Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Printable)
Seared chicken and vegetables in a creamy Buffalo sauce—spicy, low-carb one-skillet supper.
# 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, or to taste
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add unsalted butter and allow it to melt completely.
02 - Add diced onion, sliced celery, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.
03 - Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Push vegetables to the side of the skillet. Add chicken pieces, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear chicken until browned on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes.
05 - Reduce heat to medium. Return vegetables evenly around the chicken and pour in Buffalo hot sauce. Stir to coat the chicken and vegetables thoroughly.
06 - Add heavy cream, stirring to create a creamy consistency. Let the mixture gently simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is slightly thickened.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the skillet and cover. Let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
08 - Garnish with crumbled blue cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy, spicy sauce is pure comfort—and you’d never guess it’s low carb.
- Cleanup is a breeze since everything happens in just one skillet.
02 -
- Turning up the heat too soon scorches the sauce and dries out the chicken—medium is your friend here.
- Letting the veggies get soft before adding chicken makes sure the flavors really pop.
03 -
- Shred your own cheese for the creamiest melt—it makes a difference.
- Start with room temperature chicken for even, juicy cooking.