Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Printable)
Spicy, creamy Buffalo chicken skillet with tender veggies and melted mozzarella - quick low-carb skillet 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 (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)
# Steps:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the unsalted butter.
02 - Add diced onion, celery, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until just softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Push vegetables to the side of the skillet, add chicken pieces, and season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear until evenly browned on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes.
05 - Reduce heat to medium, return vegetables evenly around the chicken, and pour in the Buffalo hot sauce. Stir thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
06 - Add heavy cream, stirring continuously to develop a creamy sauce. Allow to simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce slightly thickens.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the skillet contents and cover with a lid. Let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese has melted.
08 - Garnish with crumbled blue cheese and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Making this all in one skillet feels like cheating, but no one will taste how easy it is.
- The creamy, tangy sauce clings to every bite of chicken—it's simply irresistible.
02 -
- Cranking the heat too high when adding cream can split your sauce—go low and slow here.
- Letting the mozzarella sit under the lid for a few extra minutes turns it into a dreamy melted blanket.
03 -
- Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits for added flavor in the sauce.
- Mozzarella melts best when you sprinkle it evenly and cover the pan tightly.