One Pan Keto Green Chili Chicken Recipe
This One Pan Keto Green Chili Chicken is a creamy, flavorful low-carb dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Tender shredded chicken is cooked in a rich sauce made from cream cheese, cheddar, green chilis, and aromatic spices, all prepared in a single skillet for easy cleanup. Ideal for keto and low-carb diets, this comforting recipe combines spicy jalapenos with subtle smoky seasonings to create a deliciously creamy chicken dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- 1 (4 ounce) can green chilis, undrained
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 5 cups shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and chopped jalapeno, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Prepare creamy sauce: Pour in the unsweetened almond milk, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Add the undrained green chilis along with chili powder, cumin, onion powder, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Whisk continuously until the sauce is smooth and the cheese has fully melted.
- Add chicken and simmer: Stir the shredded chicken into the creamy sauce. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with chopped green onions, extra jalapeno slices, or diced avocado for added flavor and freshness. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a milder dish, omit the jalapeno seeds or reduce the amount of jalapeno used.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and keto-friendly.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Serve with cauliflower rice or a simple green salad for a complete low-carb meal.
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