The keto diet allows for cheese and meat as part of its menu, along with many healthy food items that add flavor. Check out these simple recipes for low-carb dinners packed with flavor!
These zoodles are an ideal dish for those following the keto diet, as they’re low in carbohydrates but packed full of nutrient-rich ingredients like spinach and tomatoes – plus it’s quick and simple one-pot cooking!
Chicken Fajitas
Chicken fajitas are one of the most beloved Tex-Mex dishes and an ideal healthy keto dinner choice. Quick and easy to make, they provide high-quality proteins as well as essential fatty acids necessary for successful keto dieting.
Traditional fajitas feature sauteed meat (typically steak or chicken), onions and bell peppers served with tortillas along with condiments like salsa and guacamole. This low carb version uses chicken thighs that are high in healthy fats as well as low-carb ingredients such as zucchini and cauliflower for an exciting low carb feast!
Homemade fajita seasoning mix is key to this recipe and provides just the right blend of flavors and spices, making this meal much healthier than what’s offered at restaurants while saving a considerable amount of money! Plus it makes great leftovers!
This versatile recipe can be tailored to use whatever vegetables are your favorites, and if you want an additional spicy kick add chili powder or cayenne pepper. Or switch it out for ground up dried chipotles if you prefer more subtle flavors.
To create this delicious healthy fajita, simply combine all the ingredients in a large bowl. Next, coat chicken pieces in this mixture and let rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight before cooking in a skillet with medium heat using one tablespoon of oil – once chicken has cooked through completely add it back in and stir fry with vegetables until both tender and charred!
Once your chicken and veggies have cooked, spoon into warm tortillas and top with your desired garnishes (guacamole, salsa or sour cream are great choices for these). If you want to save any for later use, just wrap in aluminum foil and store in the fridge – they won’t go to waste!
This keto meal recipe is easily adaptable for slow cooker, making it the ideal healthy keto meal choice. Avocado or olive oil add the perfect amount of fat while the chicken can easily be swapped out for beef or pork if preferred.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Few appetizers bring people together as easily as a warm, creamy Buffalo chicken dip. Though typically enjoyed with crackers, it also works wonderfully when used to dip vegetables or chips! With just five simple ingredients needed for its preparation, this classic crock pot dip will surely become the star of your next party!
For an irresistibly creamy, spicy dip that is also low on sodium, nothing beats this combination of ingredients: Shredded cooked chicken (from leftover rotisserie chicken or cooked breasts and thighs), ranch dressing mix, and of course buffalo sauce! With over 4,000 rave reviews on Allrecipes alone and being one of the easiest appetizers to prepare in advance for an event, this popular recipe boasts thousands of followers as one of its signature appetizers!
Prepare this delicious dip early to save yourself some work at your event, as it works beautifully both in the oven or slow cooker. To bake it, simply mix all the ingredients in a mixing bowl before transferring it to an oven-proof baking dish and spreading evenly for 20-25 minutes until bubbly with golden-brown edges. For slow cooker use, simply combine all of the ingredients except cheese into one slow cooker container, setting on low for approximately two hours until hot throughout and bubbly!
Both methods work wonderfully, but for a faster experience try skipping layers altogether and just mixing all ingredients in one large bowl instead. It will still taste fantastic! For an added flourish add chopped cooked bacon for some salty, smoky flavor!
Serve this flavorful dip with celery, carrot sticks or peppers for a quick and nutritious keto dinner snack that also counts as a quick lunch option. Or stuff into tortillas to create creamy chicken quesadillas; use as pizza dough spread with mozzarella for an irresistibly cheesy meal; this tasty recipe is sure to please a crowd at your next event.
Crock Pot Chicken Casserole
This delicious slow cooker chicken casserole is an easy and satisfying way to pack in high-quality protein while staying within your carb limit. Seasoned with salt, pepper and dried/fresh thyme for extra flavoring, as well as adding bits of bacon for some added smokiness this dish makes a satisfying family-friendly dinner that everyone will love!
Serve this crock pot crack chicken recipe with any low-carb side dish of your choosing – cauliflower rice and keto mashed potatoes are especially popular choices, although salad or vegetables make great accompaniments as well.
To prepare this crockpot crack chicken recipe, place boneless skinless chicken breasts into the crock pot. Next, whisk together condensed cream of chicken soup, condensed cream of celery soup and poultry seasoning before pouring over the chicken evenly. Afterward, combine stuffing mix with melted butter and 1/2 cup of broth before spreading it evenly over your chicken mixture in your crockpot.
Cover and simmer on LOW for six hours or until chicken is fully cooked through, or on HIGH for four hours if you’re in a rush to get dinner on the table. When cooking this on HIGH, check the chicken periodically so it doesn’t overdo it!
Once the chicken is ready, stir in shredded cheddar cheese to melt. For extra flavor and to finish this crockpot cheesy chicken off perfectly, garnish it with reserved sliced green onions and crumbled bacon bits.
This easy, fast, and delicious chicken dish will please the entire family! Perfect for busy weeknights when a tasty yet healthy family-friendly dinner is needed quickly – even better for freezing for later use – make sure it cools completely before freezing it for best results!
When it’s time to eat, simply pull out what you need from the freezer and rewarm in either the microwave or stovetop for a delicious keto dinner or tasty new recipes! Perfect for anyone on a keto diet looking to cut their carb intake.
Meatloaf Cupcakes
This keto-friendly dinner is an entertaining twist on traditional meatloaf that the entire family will adore. The cupcake-shaped serving makes this recipe ideal for children’s meals or parties, with its healthier alternative frosting made of mashed potatoes (rather than sugary cake batter frosting). Feel free to customize this recipe according to your desired seasoning combinations; experiment with cheese for an irresistibly cheesy twist, swap beef for ground turkey or chicken for reduced-carb options, sweet potato mash or cauliflower mash as lower-carb options!
Meatloaf Cupcakes are packed with protein and fat, yet their portion-controlled size prevents overeating. Pair yours with some vegetables – like steamed vegetables or light garden salad – for an optimal nutrition balance and to complement its moist tender texture. These nutritious sides will also add crunchiness while simultaneously offsetting some of its high fat content!
Make your meatloaf cupcakes look more appetizing by decorating with garnishes to increase their visual appeal and boost flavor – such as adding parsley sprigs or sugar-free ketchup for color and added taste. A generous glaze may also increase flavor while keeping the meatloaf moist and delicious!
Though this recipe takes time and effort to prepare, its unique and delicious result more than makes up for any effort put forth. Plus, making a large batch and keeping leftovers stored in the fridge provides easy meal solutions on busy days!
For maximum health benefits, select high-fat ground sirloin (80/20 ground beef or higher fat ground sirloin). Leaner options like pork or turkey ground can also work. Prepping can be cut down even further by pre-making the mashed potato topping and keeping it chilled until you need them! This recipe makes a good amount of servings that can easily be reheated either in the oven or microwave if frozen for future use.