Chicken is a popular dinner staple because it is easy to cook, is affordable, and its mild flavor means it works well in many different dishes, and with many different cuisines especially when you’re on the ketogenic diet.
It is easy to get stuck into making the same old chicken recipes over and over again, and then proclaim that chicken is boring. (I have been know to fall into that trap – especially when I am really busy with work.)
I thought that while I was on the hunt for some new, easy, but tasty keto chicken recipes, I would share some of my favorite finds with you!
When it comes to which of the chicken to use – leave behind the breast and rather go for the thighs (with or without the bones, but preferably still with the skin). The thighs have more fat (and therefore also more flavor) and tend to be cheaper.
Easy Keto Chicken Recipes
This collection of 12 keto chicken recipes have been selected to give you a broad choice of flavors while being quite simple and easy-to-prepare while you’re on your journey to ketosis.
Extra Creamy ‘N Easy Butter Chicken
Image credit goes to gnom-gnom
Butter chicken is an incredibly popular Indian dish, that has made it way over to the west (it tends to be quite mild, which is probably one of the reasons it is so popular).
And it just so happens to be very keto-friendly!
There are many different versions, but the basic recipe is chicken marinated in a yogurt, spice, and lime mixture, and then cooked in a delicious, mild curry sauce.
This Extra Creamy ‘N Easy Butter Chicken also provides a paleo and dairy-free version.
- Calories: 367
- Fats: 22g
- Proteins: 36g
- Net Carbs: 4g
View this recipe on gnom-gnom: Extra Creamy ‘N Easy Butter Chicken
Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken
Image credit goes to The Keto Queens
Crack chicken is a recipe that is easy to adapt for a keto diet because most of the ingredients are already keto friendly.
Instead of using store-bought spice mix for your Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken, which can often include sugar, rather make your own.
Serve your crack chicken over zoodles, cauliflower rice, or inside a keto-friendly bun.
- Calories: 437
- Fats: 27.6g
- Proteins: 41.2g
- Net Carbs: 4.3g
View this recipe on The Keto Queens: Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken
Easy Mozzarella Chicken
Image credit goes to Cafe Delites
You might be tempted to use pre-made tomato sauce from the store for this Easy Mozzarella Chicken recipe, but you see how easy it is to make it from scratch (and how delicious it is), that temptation will fade quickly!
You can keep the pan on the stove and melt the cheese by covering it with a lid, but I prefer broiling it to get that crispy, lightly browned layer on top.
- Calories: 309
- Fats: 9g
- Proteins: 37g
- Net Carbs: 6g
View this recipe on Cafe Delites: Easy Mozzarella Chicken
Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Image credit goes to That Low Carb Life
If you need a slightly sneaky way to get family members (or even yourself) eating more vegetables, try this Spinach Stuffed Chicken.
Keeping an eye on your electrolytes while on a keto diet is very important, and spinach is a great source of potassium!
- Calories: 241
- Fats: 14g
- Proteins: 27g
- Net Carbs: 2g
View this recipe on That Low Carb Life: Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Keto Paprika Chicken
Only 10 minutes of prep and you a delicious, smoky chicken dish ready for the oven.
This recipe uses chicken breasts, but to increase the fat content you can make it with chicken thighs rather.
Serve your Keto Paprika Chicken with a side of creamed spinach for a complete meal.
- Calories: 274
- Fats: 13.6g
- Proteins: 36.4g
- Net Carbs: 2g
View this recipe on ruled.me: Keto Paprika Chicken
Cheddar Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
Image credit goes to Tasteaholics
The flavors of chicken, cheese, and broccoli always work well together.
In a casserole, it is common to top it with breadcrumbs for a slightly crispy topping. This Cheddar Chicken & Broccoli Casserole uses crushed pork rinds for a keto-friendly (and flavorful) topping.
- Calories: 365
- Fats: 28g
- Proteins: 29g
- Net Carbs: 2.6g
View this recipe on Tasteaholics: Cheddar Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
Keto Fried Chicken
Image credit goes to Ketogasm
Fried chicken is delicious – but pretty unhealthy – meal. And if you’re making it at home, deep-frying can get a little messy.
This Keto Fried Chicken gives all the delicious flavor, without the unhealthy carbs or the clean up after. Instead of deep frying the chicken, it is baked in the oven.
And the no-carb topping uses a combination of crushed pork rinds and spices. (And if you’re not keen on pork rinds, you won’t actually taste it once the spices are added).
- Calories: 273
- Fats: 13g
- Proteins: 35g
- Net Carbs: 0.33g
View this recipe on Ketogasm: Keto Fried Chicken
Herbed Chicken And Mushrooms
Image credit goes to Peace Love and Low Carb
I love quick and simple dishes, and this Herbed Chicken And Mushrooms recipe claims to be ready and on the table in 30 minutes.
This recipe uses chicken thighs, which are a great option for the keto diet as they are higher in fat than other parts of the chicken (especially chicken breasts). Plus, you get to enjoy that delicious, crispy skin.
- Calories: 418
- Fats: 29g
- Proteins: 53g
- Net Carbs: 2.5g
View this recipe on Peace Love and Low Carb: Herbed Chicken And Mushrooms
Easy Keto Chicken Shawarma
Image credit goes to I Breathe, I’m Hungry
This keto version of traditional chicken shawarma uses the same delicious Middle Eastern spices, so it will taste very similar – even it is grilled rather than cooked over a spit.
While it may not be eaten in a pita, you can still serve your Easy Keto Chicken Shawarma with the extras that normally come with a chicken shawarma (tomato, tahini sauce, etc).
- Calories: 274
- Fats: 16g
- Proteins: 35g
- Net Carbs: 0g
View this recipe on I Breathe, I’m Hungry: Easy Keto Chicken Shawarma
Keto Chicken Enchilada Bowl
Image credit goes to Hey Keto Mama
This Keto Chicken Enchilada Bowl can be made on the stove top, in an Instant Pot, or in a slow cooker.
It can also be prepared ahead of time and frozen, which makes it an excellent option if you like to prep your meals in advance. Serve over cauliflower rice for a keto-friendly Mexican-inspired meal.
- Calories: 568
- Fats: 40.21g
- Proteins: 38.28g
- Net Carbs: 6.14g
View this recipe on Hey Keto Mama: Keto Chicken Enchilada Bowl
Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu
Image credit goes to Ketovale
A traditional Chicken Cordon Bleu uses breadcrumbs for the coating, but this keto-friendly version uses almond flour instead. (It is recommended to add the almond flour coating at the end, once the chicken is already cooked, as it burns quicker than wheat flour.)
This Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu ups the fat content by adding bacon to it.
- Calories: 356
- Fats: 19.3g
- Proteins: 42.5g
- Net Carbs: 1.5g
View this recipe on Ketovale: Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu
Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Thighs
Image credit goes to Keto Connect
Four simple ingredients, and you a delicious sauce to pour over chicken, or any other meat you may prefer.
This Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Thighs recipe is also budget-friendly, great for those ‘end of the month’ meals.
- Calories: 479
- Fats: 34g
- Proteins: 38g
- Net Carbs: 2g
View this recipe on Keto Connect: Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Thighs
Enjoy the Options You Have
Being on a ketogenic diet doesn’t have to limit all of your food options. You are only limited to foods that are going to negatively affect your health, namely sugars and carbs.
As you can see, there are plenty of chances for you to make a dish that is filled with all kinds of flavors. You won’t be missing out on much.
I understand that some recipes sound too good to be true, but if you trust the process of the keto diet, you’re going to lose the weight you want.
I also understand that a lot of these recipes may not tell you to prepare a side dish or some veggies. So, if you’re looking to add a little more vegetables on top of these amazing dinners you can look at these low carb vegetables that are more than keto friendly.
If you happen to still be a little skeptical of the diet in general, take a look at Keto Bootstrap. Here, you will have plenty of support and options for even more food. You’ll also see that you don’t have to worry about anything if you trust the process.
