Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Printable)
Spicy Buffalo chicken skillet with creamy sauce, sautéed vegetables and melted mozzarella for a quick low-carb dinner.
# 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, 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 Make It:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add unsalted butter and let it melt completely.
02 - Add diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
03 - Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
04 - Move the vegetables to the side of the skillet. Add chicken pieces to the center. Season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear until browned on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes.
05 - Reduce the heat to medium. Redistribute the sautéed vegetables evenly around the chicken. Pour in Buffalo hot sauce and stir to coat everything thoroughly.
06 - Add heavy cream, stirring to create a creamy sauce. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the skillet contents. Cover and allow to sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
08 - Garnish with crumbled blue cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It brings all the fiery, creamy buffalo wing flavor you want, minus the carbs and mess.
- The one-pan cleanup lets you relax after dinner instead of scrubbing pots.
02 -
- If you rush the chicken, it won't get that satisfying brown crust — patience here changes the texture completely.
- Buffalo sauces vary in saltiness, so always taste before adding extra salt to avoid overpowering the dish.
03 -
- For the best flavors, let your skillet preheat fully before you begin — it's tempting to rush, but that extra minute brings out so much more in the chicken.
- Letting the finished dish rest, covered, for a couple minutes helps everything meld together for that restaurant-style sauciness.