Keto Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce and Bacon

If you are looking for an easy keto chicken and sun-dried tomato recipe, this creamy skillet chicken is rich, savoury and packed with bacon, garlic, parmesan and a low-carb sun-dried tomato sauce.

It has a similar creamy, garlicky feel to a Marry Me Chicken style recipe, but with crispy bacon added and a keto-friendly sauce that does not need flour or pasta.

Each serving comes in at around 5g net carbs, making this a brilliant keto main meal when you want something creamy, comforting and full of flavour without the carb-heavy extras.

Why You’ll Love This Keto Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

• It is rich, creamy and full of savoury flavour.
• The bacon adds a salty crunch and extra depth to the sauce.
• The sun-dried tomatoes add sweetness, tang and colour.
• It is cooked in one skillet, so there is less washing up.
• It works well with cauliflower rice, courgetti, broccoli, asparagus or green beans.
• It feels like proper comfort food while still being low carb.

Keto Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce Ingredients

You only need a handful of low-carb ingredients for this creamy keto chicken dinner. The sauce is built from bacon flavour, garlic, onion, cream, chicken broth, parmesan and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.

Ingredient Notes And Easy Swaps

Chicken breasts: Cutting the chicken breasts in half lengthwise gives you thinner chicken cutlets, which cook more evenly and more quickly. If your chicken is still thick in places, gently pound it to an even thickness.

Bacon: Cook the bacon first so you can use a little of the bacon grease to brown the chicken. This adds extra flavour to the whole dish. Add the bacon back near the end if you want it to stay slightly crispy.

Sun-dried tomatoes: Use chopped sun-dried tomatoes from a jar or packet. If they are packed in oil, drain them first. A little goes a long way because they have a strong, sweet and tangy flavour.

Heavy whipping cream: In the UK, double cream is the closest option. It helps create a thick, rich sauce without needing flour.

Chicken broth: Chicken stock works too. This loosens the sauce and helps lift all the flavour from the skillet.

Parmesan: Grated parmesan helps thicken the sauce and gives it a salty, savoury finish. Freshly grated parmesan melts more smoothly, but pre-grated will still do the job.

How To Make Keto Chicken with Bacon and Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

Equipment Needed

You do not need anything fancy for this recipe, but a good skillet makes the sauce much easier to build.

Tips For The Best Keto Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

• Use thinner chicken pieces. Chicken cutlets cook faster and more evenly than thick whole breasts.
• Do not waste the bacon flavour. Browning the chicken in a little bacon grease adds loads of flavour to the sauce.
• Simmer gently. Cream sauces behave better over medium or medium-low heat. Aggressive boiling is how sauce tantrums happen.
• Add parmesan slowly. Stir it in until melted so the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
• Keep the bacon crispy. Add it right at the end if you want more texture.
• Check the chicken is cooked. The safest way is to check the thickest part reaches 75°C / 165°F.

What Goes With Chicken And Sun-Dried Tomatoes?

Chicken and sun-dried tomatoes work well with creamy sauces, garlic, parmesan, basil, Italian seasoning, bacon, spinach, mushrooms and low-carb green vegetables. The tomatoes add a sweet, tangy flavour, while the cream and parmesan make the sauce rich and savoury.

For a keto dinner, this creamy chicken is lovely with cauliflower rice, courgetti, steamed broccoli, asparagus, green beans or a simple salad. If you want the meal to feel more like a pasta dish without the carbs, courgetti or shredded cabbage are both brilliant for catching the sauce.

How To Store And Reheat Keto Chicken with Bacon

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Let the chicken cool before sealing the container.

To reheat, warm gently in a skillet over a low to medium heat. Add a small splash of chicken broth or cream if the sauce has thickened too much in the fridge.

I would avoid microwaving this on full power because creamy sauces can split if they get too hot too quickly. Low and slow is your friend here. Very boring advice, very true.

This recipe is best eaten fresh or from the fridge within a few days. Cream-based sauces can sometimes change texture after freezing, so I would not make this one your first choice for freezer meal prep.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is chicken with sun-dried tomato sauce keto friendly?

Yes, this version is keto friendly because it uses chicken, bacon, heavy cream, parmesan and a controlled amount of sun-dried tomatoes. It does not use flour, pasta or regular thickening agents.

How many net carbs are in this keto chicken recipe?

This recipe comes in at around 5g net carbs per serving, based on 4 servings. The final carb count can vary depending on the brands of cream, broth, parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes used.

What goes with chicken and sun-dried tomatoes?

Chicken and sun-dried tomatoes pair well with garlic, parmesan, cream, bacon, basil, Italian seasoning, spinach, mushrooms and low-carb vegetables. For keto sides, try cauliflower rice, courgetti, broccoli, asparagus, green beans or salad.

What kind of sauce is used for this creamy keto chicken?

This recipe uses a low-carb cream sauce made with heavy whipping cream or double cream, chicken broth, parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning and sun-dried tomatoes. It is rich and creamy without using flour.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?

Yes, boneless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts. They may need a little longer to cook, so check they are cooked through before serving.

Can I add spinach to this recipe?

Yes, spinach works really well in creamy sun-dried tomato chicken. Stir in a handful near the end and let it wilt into the sauce before serving.

Can you eat sun-dried tomatoes straight from the jar?

Yes, sun-dried tomatoes from a jar are usually ready to eat. For this recipe, chop them and drain off excess oil before adding them to the sauce.

Do sun-dried tomatoes need to be refrigerated after opening?

Jarred sun-dried tomatoes should usually be refrigerated after opening, especially if they are packed in oil. Always follow the storage instructions on your jar.

Can I use dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes?

Yes, but dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes may need softening first. Soak them in warm water for a few minutes, then drain and chop before adding them to the sauce.

Is this the same as Marry Me Chicken?

It is similar to Marry Me Chicken because it uses chicken, cream, parmesan, garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, but this keto version includes bacon and keeps the sauce low carb without flour or pasta.

What is the best way to reheat creamy keto chicken?

The best way is to reheat it gently in a skillet over a low to medium heat with a splash of broth or cream. This helps the sauce loosen without splitting.

Save This Keto Chicken Recipe

If you love creamy low-carb dinners, save this keto chicken with bacon and sun-dried tomato sauce for later. It is rich, comforting and perfect for those evenings when plain chicken simply will not cut it.