Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Printable)
Spicy Buffalo chicken and vegetables in a creamy one-pan skillet — quick, low-carb comfort with melted mozzarella.
# 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 (use a keto-friendly brand)
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)
# Steps:
01 - Heat a large skillet with lid over medium-high heat. Add unsalted butter and allow it to melt completely.
02 - Add diced onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
03 - Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds, allowing the garlic to become fragrant.
04 - Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear the chicken until browned on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes.
05 - Lower the heat to medium. Distribute the sautéed vegetables around the chicken. Pour in the Buffalo hot sauce and stir to coat all the ingredients evenly.
06 - Add heavy cream and stir, creating a creamy sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce slightly thickens.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the skillet. Cover with the lid and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes or until the cheese has melted thoroughly.
08 - Garnish with crumbled blue cheese and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It’s the kind of one-pan wonder that saves you from both boring meals and endless dirty dishes.
- Somehow, it feels almost too indulgent to be this quick and keto-friendly, but that’s exactly why I keep coming back to it.
02 -
- Rushing the skillet causes the sauce to separate — I learned the hard way patience means creamier results.
- Don’t fear the veggies: cutting them too big makes for uneven bites, so aim for small, tidy pieces.
03 -
- If you want extra richness, an extra splash of cream does wonders.
- Swapping the order of chicken and veg gives a different char, but veggies first soak up all the flavor.