Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet
Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet is a mouthwatering dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a flavorful experience. With tender chicken simmered in a spicy, buttery sauce enriched with cream cheese and topped with melted cheddar, this one-pan wonder is perfect for gatherings or cozy family meals. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice or fresh greens for a satisfying low-carb delight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese (cubed)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in buffalo sauce, mixing well.
- Reduce heat and add cream cheese, stirring until creamy.
- Mix in cheddar cheese and green onions until combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for different variations. Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.