10+ Keto Chicken Recipes for Easy and Delicious Low-Carb Meals

If you’re doing keto, finding meals that are both simple and tasty isn’t always easy. Chicken’s a pretty solid pick—low in carbs, high in protein, and honestly, it works with just about anything.

Keto chicken recipes let you keep things flavorful without blowing your carb budget. There are so many ways to cook chicken and still keep it interesting.

1) Keto Chicken Broccoli Casserole

This keto chicken broccoli casserole is quick and super comforting. It’s creamy, cheesy, and just feels like home food.

Use fresh broccoli and shredded chicken to make it lighter. The whole thing comes together in about half an hour, which is always a win for busy nights.

Cream cheese and heavy cream add richness without extra carbs. It’s also a good one for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 3 oz cream cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Steam or blanch broccoli until just tender, then drain.
3. In a bowl, mix chicken, broccoli, cream cheese, heavy cream, chicken broth, and garlic powder.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Pour into a baking dish and top with cheddar.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

More ideas? Here’s a keto chicken broccoli casserole recipe.

2) Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs

Sheet pan chicken thighs are a lifesaver when you want dinner fast. Throw your chicken and some low-carb veggies on a pan, season it, and let the oven do its thing.

Herbs like thyme and paprika add flavor, and olive oil helps everything crisp up. You basically set it and forget it.

You get a meal with almost no cleanup, and the flavors mix together in the oven. That’s always a bonus.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups low-carb veggies (broccoli or cauliflower work well)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Toss chicken with olive oil, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Arrange chicken and veggies on a sheet pan.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is cooked and skin is crispy.
5. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

3) Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken

Craving Buffalo chicken but not the mess of frying? Bake it instead. You’ll still get that crispy skin and juicy meat, just with way less hassle.

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for the best combo of juicy inside and crispy outside. Flip the pieces halfway through so they cook evenly.

This is a great choice for a quick dinner or even a game-day snack. All the flavor, none of the deep fryer drama.

Ingredients:

• Chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, or tenders)
• Buffalo sauce (pick your favorite)
• Olive oil or butter
• Salt
• Pepper

Cooking Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Lightly coat chicken with olive oil or melted butter.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Bake on a lined sheet for 15 minutes.
5. Flip and bake another 10-15 minutes until crispy.
6. Toss hot chicken in Buffalo sauce before serving.

Need more details? Check out Crispy Baked Buffalo Chicken.

4) Keto Crack Chicken with 5 Ingredients

Keto crack chicken is ridiculously easy and so good. You only need five ingredients for a creamy, cheesy, bacon-topped dish.

Slow cooking lets all the flavors blend together. Cream cheese and cheddar make it rich, and bacon adds crunch. Green onions keep things fresh.

Serve it with cauliflower rice or just plain veggies. It’s low-carb comfort food at its best. Want to try it? Here’s the recipe link.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 block cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
• 2 green onions, chopped

Cooking Instructions

1. Place chicken in a slow cooker.
2. Put cream cheese on top.
3. Sprinkle on cheddar, bacon, and green onions.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Stir before serving.

5) Marinated Keto Italian Chicken Breast

Make your chicken juicy and full of flavor with a simple Italian marinade. Just mix everything, toss in the chicken, and let it soak.

After marinating, grill or bake for a quick meal. Olive oil, lemon, garlic, and Italian seasoning keep it fresh and bright.

You can tweak the marinade if you want more tang or garlic. Give it at least 30 minutes to marinate for the best flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Coat chicken in marinade.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
5. Cook chicken 20-25 minutes or until it hits 165°F (74°C).
6. Let it rest before serving.

6) Cheesy Jalapeño Keto Chicken

Cheesy Jalapeño Keto Chicken is a one-pan wonder. Juicy chicken, melty cheese, and a little kick from jalapeños—what’s not to like?

Start by cooking the chicken with garlic and onions. Add cream cheese, cheddar, and jalapeños. Everything melts together into a creamy, spicy dish.

It’s low-carb, filling, and comes together fast. Perfect for meal prep or just a busy night.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 jalapeño peppers, sliced
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tsp garlic salt

Cooking Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium.
3. Sauté onion, jalapeños, and garlic salt for a few minutes.
4. Add chicken and cook 5 minutes per side.
5. Spread cream cheese over chicken, sprinkle cheddar on top.
6. Bake skillet in oven for 15 minutes, until chicken’s cooked.

7) Low-Carb French Garlic Chicken Thighs

These French garlic chicken thighs are simple and packed with flavor. Garlic and Dijon bring a punch, and the herbs make it feel a bit fancy.

The chicken cooks quickly in the oven, so you won’t be waiting long. You get crispy skin and a creamy, garlicky finish.

I like pairing this with steamed veggies or a crisp salad. Keeps things light but satisfying.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 2 teaspoons Herbes de Provence
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Mix garlic, Dijon, olive oil, vinegar, herbs, salt, and pepper.
3. Rub mixture all over chicken thighs.
4. Place chicken skin-side up in a baking dish.
5. Bake 35-40 minutes until skin is crispy and chicken’s done.
6. Let it rest a few minutes before serving.

8) One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken

One-pan garlic butter chicken is a go-to for quick keto meals. Chicken cooks in a lemony garlic butter sauce, and it’s done in about 20 minutes.

The chicken stays juicy, and the garlic butter gives it a rich, comforting taste. Lemon brightens it up just enough.

Cleanup’s a breeze since it’s all in one pan. I usually throw in some low-carb veggies or a salad on the side.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon (juice and zest)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp dried thyme or whatever herbs you like

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium.
2. Add garlic and cook for about a minute.
3. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme.
4. Cook chicken in the pan, 6-7 minutes per side.
5. Add lemon juice and zest in the last minute.
6. Cook until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. Remove and serve.

9) Sugar Free Keto General Tso Chicken

You can actually enjoy General Tso’s chicken without all the sugar or carbs. This recipe uses a sugar-free sauce that somehow still tastes sweet and tangy.

It works well for keto since it uses soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar-free ketchup. Chicken thighs get chopped into pieces and cooked until nice and crispy.

Once they’re done, you toss them in the sauce for that sticky glaze everyone loves. The flavors hit spicy, savory, and just a little bit sweet—without wrecking your keto streak.

You can check out easy versions of this dish on Headbanger’s Kitchen or Sugar Free Mom if you want to try it at home.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/8 tsp xanthan gum
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Cooking Instructions:

1. Chop chicken into 1-inch pieces.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan on medium.
3. Cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
4. In a bowl, mix ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, chili powder, and xanthan gum.
5. Pour the sauce into the pan and stir until it thickens and coats the chicken.
6. Serve hot—steamed veggies or cauliflower rice make great sides.

10) Peanut Butter Keto Chicken

Peanut butter keto chicken is way easier and tastier than you might expect. The chicken cooks in a creamy, slightly sweet peanut sauce that keeps things low carb but full of flavor.

This dish comes together fast. I like it with cauliflower rice, but you can do your own thing.

Peanut butter gives the sauce a rich texture without extra carbs. Coconut milk or cream makes the sauce smooth and keeps it keto.

It’s one of those recipes you can whip up on any busy night when you want something satisfying and simple.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, cut into pieces
• ½ cup natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
• ½ cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat a splash of oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Toss in the chicken pieces. Cook them until they’re browned and done all the way through—usually takes about 6 to 8 minutes.

3. In a separate bowl, mix together peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.

4. Pour that sauce over the chicken. Stir everything together so the flavors really mix.

5. Let it all simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. The sauce should thicken up a bit.

6. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper. Serve it hot—honestly, it’s best that way.

If you want more details or just like pictures, here’s a peanut butter chicken recipe you might find handy.