Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Printable)
One-pan keto buffalo chicken with sautéed peppers, celery, creamy sauce and melted mozzarella. Ready in 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1.5 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, for garnish (optional)
→ 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, for garnish (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the unsalted butter.
02 - Add diced onion, sliced celery, and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Push vegetables to the side of the pan. Add chicken pieces and season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear and cook, turning pieces occasionally, until evenly browned on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes.
05 - Reduce heat to medium. Arrange vegetables around chicken and pour Buffalo hot sauce over the mixture. Stir to evenly coat the chicken and vegetables.
06 - Stir in heavy cream, allowing the sauce to become creamy. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce slightly thickens.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Cover and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts thoroughly.
08 - Garnish with crumbled blue cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It delivers bold flavor and creamy comfort without derailing your keto streak — trust me, it feels almost like cheating.
- This is my secret weapon for quick clean-up since everything happens in one trusty skillet.
02 -
- I learned the hard way that high heat can dry out chicken in no time — don’t rush the browning step.
- Adding the cream after the buffalo sauce keeps things thick and velvety rather than splitting apart.
03 -
- Always let your chicken rest a few minutes after cooking before serving — this keeps it juicy in every bite.
- For next-level flavor, warm your buffalo sauce with a spoonful of butter before adding it to the skillet.