One Pan Keto Green Chili Chicken Recipe
This One Pan Keto Green Chili Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful low-carb dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Combining shredded chicken with spicy green chilis and a rich cheese sauce, it simmers to perfection in under 30 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Chicken and Cheese
- 5 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
Sauce and Seasoning
- 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
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and chopped jalapeno, sautéing them for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and heavy cream. Add the cream cheese, undrained green chilis, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and the cheese has fully melted, forming a creamy sauce.
- Combine Chicken and Simmer: Stir the shredded chicken into the cheese sauce until well coated. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese topping to melt.
- Garnish and Serve: Once done, garnish with chopped green onions, additional jalapeno slices, or avocado slices as desired. Serve warm as a satisfying keto-friendly meal.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, leave some jalapeno seeds or add extra chopped jalapenos.
- Use cooked shredded chicken, such as leftover rotisserie chicken, for convenience.
- Unsweetened almond milk keeps the dish keto-friendly, but you can substitute with another low-carb milk alternative.
- Feel free to add chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime for extra brightness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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