Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Print View)
Spicy Buffalo chicken skillet with sautéed veggies, creamy sauce and melted mozzarella for a quick low-carb dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 small onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 stalks celery, sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauces & Condiments
06 - 1/3 cup Buffalo hot sauce, keto-friendly
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Dairy
08 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, optional, for garnish
→ Spices & Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, optional, for garnish
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add unsalted butter, allowing it to melt completely.
02 - Add diced onion, sliced celery, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add chicken pieces to the empty side, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear chicken for 5 to 6 minutes, turning to brown all sides.
05 - Reduce heat to medium. Reincorporate vegetables evenly around the chicken and pour in Buffalo hot sauce, stirring to thoroughly coat the mixture.
06 - Pour in heavy cream, stirring well to create a creamy sauce. Simmer for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened slightly.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover and allow to sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
08 - Top with crumbled blue cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- That spicy-hot, creamy sauce makes you forget it’s low-carb every single time.
- Cleanup is a breeze—you only need one skillet, and everyone devours the results.
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- If the heat is too high, the sauce splits fast—lower and slow wins every time.
- Adding the cream before the chicken is cooked through can leave the sauce watery—timing is everything here.
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- Patting your chicken dry before searing gives you that irresistible golden crust every time.
- Finishing with fresh parsley not only looks great but adds a fresh lift to every bite.