Easy keto chicken breast made with tender chicken simmered in a creamy, cheesy jalapeño sauce. This one-pan low-carb dinner is quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Keto Chicken Breast Recipe (Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken Skillet)

This keto chicken breast recipe is a simple one-pan dinner: tender chicken simmered in a creamy, cheesy jalapeño sauce. It’s rich, a little spicy, and full of comfort-food flavor while remaining low carb. Ready in under 30 minutes, this cheesy jalapeño chicken skillet is ideal for busy weeknights or easy meal prep when you want something satisfying that doesn’t feel like “diet food.”

Prepared in a single skillet, this recipe keeps cleanup minimal while delivering maximum flavor.

Keto Chicken Breast Recipe (Cheesy Jalapeño Skillet)

This low-carb jalapeño chicken is seared, simmered, and smothered in melted cheese for a spicy, savory dinner in under 30 minutes. It’s an easy one-pan meal that pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or a simple green salad.

Why This Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken Works

• Bold, layered flavors from spices, fresh jalapeños, and three kinds of cheese make the sauce rich and satisfying.
• Low-carb and high in protein — with around 5–6 grams of carbs per serving — it suits keto and low-carb lifestyles.
• Customizable heat: use fewer jalapeños or remove seeds for milder flavor, or add more for extra spice.
• One-pan cooking saves time and makes cleanup easy, so it’s perfect for weeknights and meal prep.
• Reheats well: make it on Sunday to enjoy during the week.

Ingredients you’ll need:

• Chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise
• Olive oil and butter
• Onion, jalapeños, garlic
• Green chilies
• Cream cheese, heavy cream, and chicken stock
• Pepper Jack and Parmesan cheeses
• Seasonings: cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper

How to Make This Easy One-Pan Keto Chicken Dinner

1. Mix the chicken seasoning in a small bowl and season both sides of the sliced chicken breasts.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken 3–4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté diced onion, jalapeños (seeds removed if desired), and minced garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened.

4. Stir in cream cheese until melted, then whisk in heavy cream, chicken stock, grated Parmesan, green chilies, and the sauce spices. Bring to a low boil, then add half of the shredded Pepper Jack and stir until incorporated.

5. Return the chicken to the skillet, top with the remaining Pepper Jack, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer 8–10 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (use a meat thermometer for accuracy).

6. Serve immediately. This dish is delicious over cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or on its own.

Tips for Creamy, Cheesy Keto Chicken

• To reduce heat, use 1–2 jalapeños or omit them and rely on the canned green chilies for flavor without the spice.
• Chicken stock adds depth, but broth or water will work if needed.
• Parmesan adds sharpness and helps thicken the sauce; don’t skip it unless you need a dairy-free alternative.
• Other cuts like bone-in thighs can be used, but adjust cooking time and verify doneness with a thermometer.
• A mini food processor speeds up chopping the onion and jalapeños.

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Enjoy!