Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Printable Version)
Spicy Buffalo chicken and veggies simmered in a creamy, low-carb skillet—ready in about 30 minutes.
# 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 (ensure 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
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add unsalted butter and allow it to melt completely.
02 - Add diced onion, diced red bell pepper, and sliced celery to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Push the sautéed vegetables to the edge of the skillet. Add chicken breast pieces to the center, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear for 5 to 6 minutes, turning to brown evenly.
05 - Reduce heat to medium. Redistribute the vegetables evenly around the chicken. Pour in Buffalo sauce and gently stir until all ingredients are well coated.
06 - Add heavy cream and stir to form a creamy sauce. Allow to simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce has slightly thickened.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
08 - Top with crumbled blue cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You’ll feel like you’re indulging in pub-night comfort food, but it’s secretly low carb and doesn’t leave you sluggish afterward.
- This skillet is a bestseller in my house because cleanup is one dish and flavor always wins over skeptical eaters.
02 -
- Once I let the garlic cook too long and it ruined the whole batch—add it quickly and stir constantly.
- Buffalo sauce can vary in saltiness, so taste before adding more salt to the recipe.
03 -
- Layering the cheese on hot sauce-coated chicken makes that gooey, irresistible topping.
- Let the skillet sit with the lid on for a few extra minutes off heat for even melt and gentle finish.