Herb-Crusted Keto Chicken with Garlic-Parmesan Cream

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Stuffed with herbed cream cheese and baked until golden, finished with a rich garlic-parmesan sauce that clings to every bite. This American-inspired keto recipe (high-protein), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, full-fat cream cheese, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 325 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 4 oz, softened full-fat cream cheese
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 4 oz softened full-fat cream cheese, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard until smooth and no lumps remain.
3. Step 3: Place each chicken breast on a cutting board and make a horizontal pocket in the thickest part without cutting through the bottom. Spoon 1 oz of the cream cheese mixture into each pocket and press edges together to seal.
4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated parmesan, 1/4 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
6. Step 6: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and drizzle with any pan juices for maximum flavor.