If you’re looking for the best keto chicken recipes that are easy, reliable, and family-approved, you’re in the right place.
I’ve been developing low carb and keto recipes for over 13 years, and chicken has always been one of the most requested ingredients in my kitchen. It’s affordable, versatile, naturally low in carbs, and packed with protein — which makes it perfect whether your goal is weight loss, maintaining your progress, or simply getting a healthy dinner on the table.
Here you’ll find all of my best keto chicken recipes in one place — from crispy air fryer favorites to juicy oven-baked classics and easy slow cooker meals. These are recipes I’ve made again and again for my own family, and they’re designed to be simple enough for busy weeknights while still delivering big flavor.
Inside this collection, you’ll find:
Crispy air fryer chicken thighs and tenders
Juicy baked chicken breasts and whole chickens
Easy crockpot and slow cooker dinners
Comfort food classics like chicken parmesan and casseroles
High-protein, meal prep–friendly options
Whether you’re new to keto or you’ve been cooking low carb for years, this page will help you find a chicken recipe that works for your lifestyle — without complicated ingredients or hard-to-follow steps.
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Looking for the best place to start? These are some of the most popular keto chicken recipes on my site and reader favorites for easy, low carb dinners.
Each recipe is simple to make, packed with flavor, and naturally high in protein, making them perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or family dinners. From crispy air fryer chicken to juicy baked favorites, these are the recipes readers make again and again.
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs – Super Crispy!
This is one of the most popular recipes on my site for a reason. The air fryer makes the skin perfectly crispy while keeping the chicken juicy inside, and it takes less than 25 minutes.
Cooking a whole chicken in the air fryer is one of the easiest ways to get tender meat and crispy skin. It’s perfect for meal prep or feeding a hungry family.
These baked chicken tenders are simple, flavorful, and perfect for the whole family. No breading needed — just juicy, well-seasoned chicken that cooks quickly in the oven.
These bacon wrapped chicken tenders are packed with flavor and incredibly easy to make. They’re perfect for dinner, meal prep, or even keto-friendly appetizers.
Chicken thighs are my favorite cut of meat because they stay juicy and flavorful even when overcooked. The crispy skin on these is like a delicious chip, and the whole recipe is so much easier than pan frying with zero grease splattered all over your kitchen. This is comfort food that the whole family will demolish on a busy weeknight.
Keto chicken simply refers to chicken recipes that are low in carbohydrates and high in protein and healthy fats, making them ideal for a keto or low carb lifestyle.
Because chicken naturally contains zero carbs, which makes recipes like my Air Fryer Chicken Thighs perfect for a keto-friendly dinner. It’s one of the easiest proteins to include in keto meals. The key is preparing it with low carb ingredients like butter, olive oil, cheese, herbs, and low carb vegetables while avoiding sugary sauces or breading.
In this collection, you’ll find a variety of easy keto chicken recipes, including air fryer chicken, baked chicken dinners, skillet meals, and slow cooker recipes that are simple enough for weeknights but flavorful enough for the whole family.
Air Fryer Chicken Recipes
The air fryer is one of the easiest ways to cook juicy chicken with perfectly crispy skin while keeping carbs low. These keto air fryer chicken recipes are quick, simple, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast With Amazing Seasoning
This is my go-to when I need foolproof, juicy chicken for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner. Simple pantry spices and the air fryer work together to give you perfectly seasoned chicken breast in less than 30 minutes—no dry, bland chicken here. I use these for everything from casseroles to chicken salad to soups all week long.
This is the quicker, weeknight-friendly version of my super popular crispy chicken thighs. You still get all the flavor from my signature smoked paprika and garlic seasoning, but the cook time is even faster and they're perfect for slicing into salads, bowls, or quick lunches. Over 500 home cooks have raved about this seasoning blend!
Chicken drumsticks are my favorite cut to make in the air fryer, and this recipe couldn't be easier. The same seasoning mixture I use on my whole roasted chicken gives you the most delicious crispy skin and perfectly juicy meat. I truly believe this is better (and definitely easier!) than fried chicken.
Skip the Burger King line and make these perfectly spiced air fryer chicken fries in the comfort of your own kitchen! I love how crispy these get in the air fryer and the seasonings cannot be beat. At only 1 gram of carbs per serving (compared to 24 grams for the fast food version), these are a low carb dream.
These naked chicken tenders with no breading are perfect for the whole family! We simply season them with my dry rub (salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and onion powder) and let the air fryer do all the work.
Baking chicken in the oven is one of the easiest ways to make a flavorful, low carb dinner with minimal effort. These keto baked chicken recipes are simple, reliable, and perfect for busy weeknights when you want something healthy and satisfying.
From juicy chicken thighs to crispy chicken nuggets, these low carb oven baked chicken recipes deliver big flavor while keeping carbs low and protein high.
Crispy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters
This is hands down the most budget-friendly recipe in this roundup—you can get a 10 pound bag for less than a dollar per pound! The chicken skin gets so crispy it literally shatters with every bite, and the dark meat stays juicy even if you accidentally leave it in a few minutes too long. Perfect for feeding a crowd without breaking the bank.
These drumsticks are seasoned with simple pantry spices and baked at 400F until the skin is perfectly crispy. They're one of my go-to recipes for picky eaters because everyone loves them, and dark meat chicken is so forgiving it won't dry out on you. Pair them with fried cabbage or cauliflower 'potato' salad for an easy complete meal.
These keto chicken nuggets use crushed pork rinds instead of breadcrumbs, and they get super crispy in the oven without any deep frying. My kids love helping me make these, and honestly they're better than any traditional recipe I've tried. Perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce and way more fun than boring baked chicken breasts.
This sheet pan chicken shawarma proves that oven chicken doesn't have to be boring! The thighs roast with warm Middle Eastern spices and red onion until they're juicy and full of flavor. I love that everything cooks on one pan and then I can pile the chicken into salads, bowls, or low carb wraps for an easy and delicious dinner.
These Pecan Crusted Chicken Thighs are a total game-changer when you want something that feels fancy but comes together with just a food processor and a few simple ingredients. Crushed pecans create the most incredible crunchy coating—way more flavorful than boring breadcrumbs—and paired with tangy dijon mustard, the flavor is next level.
Slow cooker chicken recipes are perfect for days when you want dinner ready with minimal effort. These keto crockpot chicken recipes are rich, flavorful, and easy to prepare, making them great for busy schedules and family dinners.
Crockpot Keto Chicken and Gravy
With only 5 minutes of prep time, this keto chicken and gravy is the perfect comforting dinner. Everything goes straight into the crockpot and turns into tender chicken with rich, creamy gravy. Serve it over cauliflower mash or green beans for a complete meal that tastes like you spent hours cooking.
This crack chicken is the perfect combination of creamy cheeses, bacon, and ranch spices that the whole family will love. I skip the packet and use my own homemade blend of herbs and spices. It's perfect as a main dish over cauliflower rice, in lettuce wraps, or even as a warm dip for parties.
This creamy white chicken chili is healthy, low carb, and keto friendly. I use cauliflower rice instead of beans to cut the carbs, and heavy cream to make it thick and comforting. To make this in the crockpot, you literally just throw in all of the ingredients and let it go—it couldn't be easier.
This is probably the easiest and tastiest crock pot chicken thighs recipe you will ever make. Bone-in thighs cook low and slow with a simple spice rub and sugar-free BBQ sauce until they're juicy and falling off the bone. Serve this recipe with cauliflower mash for a complete meal the whole family will ask for again.
I love how these crockpot chicken fajitas marinate while they are cooking, and the secret is not cooking the peppers and onions too long. The chicken gets zesty from the lime juice and full of flavor from the spices. I like to serve them with low carb tortillas, avocado slices, a squeeze of lime, and Mexican crema.
Yes, you can still have saucy, sticky, super flavorful chicken while on keto. My recipe for homemade keto teriyaki sauce adds so much flavor to these chicken legs while they simmer in the slow cooker. This is a simple sauce that acts as a marinade while the chicken is cooking, and the whole family will love it.
When you need dinner on the table quickly, skillet chicken recipes are hard to beat. These easy keto chicken dinners cook fast, use simple ingredients, and are perfect for busy weeknights.
Creamy Italian Chicken and Vegetables
This is my own creation with fragrant oregano and salty parmesan that may just transport you to a quaint little restaurant in Italy. It's creamy, delicious, and packed with protein and veggies all in one skillet! I love that it's ready in about 30 minutes and the creamy sauce might even convince the kids to eat their vegetables.
Chicken Florentine Recipe – Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms
This chicken Florentine with spinach and mushrooms is now at the top of my one skillet list! The sauce is rich and comforting, but not so heavy, and it pairs perfectly with chicken breast. I love serving this with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or spaghetti squash for a keto friendly meal that feels restaurant worthy.
My kids and husband consider this their favorite meal that I make. Anytime I ask what they want for dinner, it's Alfredo sauce! This gluten free chicken alfredo is easy to make in only 1 skillet. I serve theirs with noodles because they are not keto, but I serve mine with steamed broccoli, zoodles, or spaghetti squash.
This skillet keto chicken marsala is super easy to make and loaded with flavor! The creamy marsala and mushroom sauce is restaurant quality in only 30 minutes. I love that this version is flour free and uses chicken cutlets so it cooks much more quickly. I prefer to serve mine with green beans or broccoli!
Make this Chinese takeout favorite in less than 30 minutes! Tender chicken thighs covered in my delectable teriyaki sauce, topped with chopped cashews. This one skillet stir-fry dinner is sweet, savory and with the right amount of crunch in every bite. It is so easy, you can have it on your dinner table in 30 minutes!
This one pan keto butter chicken is packed full of flavor and will leave your whole family speechless! The Butter Chicken sauce is so delicious you can drink it. This is the only Indian recipe I have ever made and I have been making it for over 10 years because it uses commonly found ingredients so it is perfect!
This keto chicken enchiladas skillet is a low carb 30 minute meal that is loaded with juicy chicken, enchilada sauce, tortilla strips, and lots of cheese! No need to roll tortillas to get all of the flavor of enchiladas. My favorite low carb dinners are the ones that can be on the table in 30 minutes or less!
Craving take-out? This Keto General Tso Chicken is the to-go order you can make at home in less than 30 minutes! Homemade spicy, sweet, and tangy sauce over perfectly cooked chicken thighs. When I use boneless skinless chicken thighs and cook them until crispy, I do not miss the crispy coating at all!
Tuscan Chicken Using Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
I am in love with this Tuscan Chicken recipe that was ready in under 30 minutes! It uses my favorite piece of meat, boneless skinless chicken thighs. They are so juicy, full of flavor, and cook up so fast! The rich sauce with fresh rosemary and garlic is absolutely delicious.
Just because you’re eating low carb doesn’t mean you have to skip comfort food. These keto chicken comfort food recipes include creamy casseroles, cheesy dinners, and satisfying meals that the whole family will love.
The Best Keto Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
This is the ultimate cold-day comfort food, and that cheddar biscuit topping is everything. The creamy filling is rich and hearty, and it's a complete meal for only 5 net carbs — the whole family will be in heaven.
Chicken, crispy bacon, homemade ranch sauce, and lots of cheese — you really can't go wrong here. This is a hearty, filling all-in-one dinner that is going to be a new family favorite, I promise.
This is my favorite way to turn leftover shredded chicken into something that feels brand new and totally satisfying. It's creamy, loaded with veggies, and covered in gooey cheddar cheese — only 6 net carbs!
All the flavor of enchiladas — juicy chicken, enchilada sauce, and lots of melty cheese — in one skillet and on the table in 30 minutes. No rolling tortillas required, and my family gets excited every single time I make this.
My kids and husband consider this their favorite meal I make — anytime I ask what they want for dinner, it's Alfredo! It's rich, creamy, and comes together in one skillet. Serve it over zoodles, broccoli, or spaghetti squash and it is restaurant quality.
I used to think chicken parmesan was better left to restaurants, but this version is shockingly easy and out of this world good. Golden crusted chicken, marinara, and melty mozzarella — and it only takes a little over 30 minutes!
I'm a huge fan of chicken parmesan and a huge fan of meatballs, so this one was inevitable. These super pillowy meatballs are stuffed with mozzarella and simmered in a rich marinara — it is honestly one of the coziest skillet dinners.
I love ordering chicken marsala at Italian restaurants, but this version is just as good and ready in about 30 minutes. The creamy mushroom marsala sauce is restaurant quality and tastes way fancier than the effort it takes.
Chicken is naturally high in protein, which makes it perfect for meal prep and staying full between meals. These high protein keto chicken recipes are simple to make ahead and great for easy lunches or dinners throughout the week.
3 Ingredient Ranch Chicken Fritters
These 3 Ingredient Ranch Chicken Fritters are proof that simple doesn't have to mean boring — just ground chicken, shredded cheddar, and ranch seasoning, and you've got cheesy, juicy little bites that are genuinely fun to eat. I love that there's no chopping, no food processor, and no complicated prep — just mix, cook, and you're done. Make a batch on Sunday and you've got a high-protein snack or lunch ready to grab all week, especially good with a little ranch dip or BBQ sauce on the side.
Buffalo Chicken Wraps are my kind of meal prep — bold buffalo sauce, simple toppings, and a blue cheese dressing finish that makes every bite feel like way more than just a packed lunch. They come together fast, hold up great in the fridge all week, and that combo of spicy chicken and creamy dressing never gets old. Grab a stack of low-carb tortillas and you're basically set for the whole week.
This Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Bake takes everything you love about the classic — savory chicken, ham, Swiss cheese, and that sharp Dijon kick — and strips out all the fussy work, so it's on the table in about 30 minutes. Instead of the traditional breading, ground pork rind crumbs go on top and get perfectly crispy in the oven, and honestly, you won't miss the original for a second. It's the kind of cozy, satisfying casserole that reheats beautifully all week and makes your meal prep feel a little more special than usual.
These Keto Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are the kind of grab-and-go lunch that actually keeps you full — creamy chicken salad made with a mayo and Greek yogurt combo, topped with bacon and avocado, and served in crisp lettuce cups that hold up beautifully all week. The Greek yogurt trick is one I love because it lightens things up without sacrificing that rich, satisfying texture you want in a good chicken salad. Make a big batch on Sunday and you've got effortless high-protein lunches ready to scoop and go all week long.
These are my “make a double batch” chicken thighs — ready in about 25 minutes and packed with rotisserie-style flavor. They keep beautifully in the fridge and are perfect for stretching into quick high-protein meals all week. I am a lover of chicken thighs, and this baked version is a cinch to make.
Yes, chicken is an excellent protein for a keto diet because it naturally contains zero carbohydrates while providing plenty of protein and healthy fats depending on the cut. Chicken thighs and wings tend to be higher in fat, while chicken breast is leaner but still perfect for keto meals when paired with low carb ingredients like butter, olive oil, cheese, or creamy sauces.
What is the best cut of chicken for keto?
Chicken thighs are often considered the best cut for keto because they contain more fat and stay juicy during cooking. However, chicken breast, wings, and drumsticks can all work well in keto recipes when prepared with flavorful low carb ingredients.
Are chicken breasts keto-friendly?
Yes, chicken breasts are naturally keto-friendly and very high in protein. Because they are leaner than other cuts, they are often paired with sauces, cheese, or healthy fats to keep meals satisfying and flavorful.
What can I serve with keto chicken?
Many low carb side dishes pair well with chicken, including roasted vegetables, cauliflower mash, zucchini noodles, broccoli, green beans, and simple salads. These sides keep meals filling while maintaining a low carb count.
Can I eat chicken every day on keto?
Chicken can absolutely be eaten regularly on a keto diet because it’s low in carbs and high in protein. Rotating different cuts and cooking methods, like air fryer, baked, skillet, or slow cooker recipes, helps keep meals interesting while maintaining a low carb lifestyle.
Jennifer Banz is an American food blogger, YouTuber, certified life coach, and cookbook author best known for creating low-carb and keto recipes on Low Carb with Jennifer, and as the author of the cookbook "Live Life Keto."
