Ketogenic Chicken Recipes – Appetizers

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When you are on a ketogenic diet, it can be hard to look for delicious recipes that will fit into your new diet. And so we have listed the 50 popular ketogenic chicken recipes for your guide.

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4. Crispy Wings

If you want ultimate crispiness in a ketogenic chicken wing, this recipe is for you. Deep fry the wings twice to get the golden-brown perfection. Then, serve with celery and ranch. Use ghee in place of unsalted butter if you are sensitive to dairy.

5. Chicken Larb Salad with Red Cabbage

Ingredients: chicken, garlic, ginger, red chili, lemon grass, fish sauce, coriander stems, coriander leaves, coconut aminos, mint or Thai basil, tamari wheat, lime, red cabbage, coconut oil, kaffir lime leaves, sea salt, carrot, onion, spring onion, shallots, coconut flakes, roasted cashews or some seasame seeds, olive oil, and lime juice.

Spice up ground chicken and red cabbage with ginger, lime, chili, fish sauce, mint and cilantro. Certainly, very easy to prepare.

6. Mediterranean Chopped Chicken Salad

Ingredients: grilled eggplant, hearts of palm, black olives, red bell pepper, chicken breast, cider or red wine vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, Italian herb mix, salt, and ground black pepper.

Easy to prepare quite flexible salad recipe can be enjoyed hot or cold for dinner over zucchini noodles or for lunch.

7. Garlic Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Ingredients: chicken breasts, egg, coconut flour, salt, garlic powder, and ghee or coconut oil.

Fry the nuggets in ghee or coconut oil and serve with a salad or grilled veggies for a family dinner or lunch as your preference. This ketogenic version of chicken recipe surely can make everyone happy.

8. Chicken Caesar Salad

Ingredients: romaine lettuce, chicken, pine nuts, black pepper, garlic, egg yolks, olive oil, water, lemon, and sea salt.

Blend romaine lettuce and chicken with other ingredients and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator. This light chicken salad can easily boost your mood before lunch or dinner. Enjoy your weekend with this healthy salad.

9. Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe

Ingredients: chicken wings, coconut flour, black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, garlic powder, ghee, and hot sauce.

To give ketogenic chicken wings a crusty and breaded coating use coconut flour and spices. Then, bake them or cook in coconut oil if you desire them crispier and serve with a cool ranch dip on the side.

10. Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings

Ingredients: chicken wings, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, ground black pepper, virgin coconut oil, garlic powder, cayenne, paprika,  and onion powder.

Bake ketogenic chicken wings for an hour until golden brown to get the ideal level of crispiness. And then, whip up buffalo sauce only 10 minutes and serve with veggies for a pleasing Ketogenic appetizer.

11. Chicken & Bacon Bites with Green Onion & Sage

Ingredients: bacon, ground chicken, green onion, ground sage, garlic powder.

This ketogenic recipe combines ground chicken and bacon to form a meatball-type bite that is perfect for lunch or a hearty tasty snack. Pair with a ketogenic-friendly creamy dressing for extra flavor. The bacon gives a lovely subtle, smoky flavor.

Ketogenic Chicken Recipes – Entrees

12. Celery Root Chicken and Mushroom Alfredo

Ingredients: celery roots (celeriac), water, cashews, sea salt, onion powder, garlic powder, ghee, chopped mushrooms, lemon juice and skinless chicken breast.

Sauté the celery root noodles with ghee and sea salt in medium heat. Add pureed cashews sauce for creaminess and enjoy traditional family favorite dish over lunch or dinner.

13. Easy 4-Ingredient Baked Mustard Chicken

Ingredients: coconut oil, chicken breasts, spicy brown mustard, and almond meal/flour.

Bake ketogenic chicken breasts with a little spicy brown mustard and sprinkle with a light dusting of almond meal or flour. Enjoy this with a salad for a simple meal on active weeknights. Easy meal with exotic taste will definitely make you delighted.

14. Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients: chicken breast, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, sea salt, paprika, ground coriander, black pepper, coconut oil or avocado oil, onion, bell pepper, cilantro, avocado, and limes.

Serve with some lettuce wraps for a complete low carb keto meal. This is a tasty weeknight dish for whole family.

15. Chicken, Bacon, and Apple Mini Meatloaves

Ingredients: bacon, chicken breasts, apples, olive oil or avocado oil, salt.

Relish the most versatile Ketogenic chicken recipe with a salad, some cauliflower mash, or veggie saute for a yummy and nutritious keto lunch or dinner. Reheat these mini meatloaves for a quick breakfast or evening snack on busy weekdays. 

16. Creamy Avocado “Pasta”

Ingredients:  chicken breast, Himalayan salt, zucchinis, avocado, black pepper,asparagus spears, endive, parsley, walnuts, full fat coconut milk, lemon juice, water,and thyme.

Spiralized zucchini noodle with chicken chunks, asparagus and walnuts. This dish is delicious and great for a spring brunch with creamy avocado sauce. You can add any other veggies instead of asparagus.

17. Easy Mediterranean Chicken

Ingredients: chicken breasts, jalapeño peppers, tomatoes, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, dried oregano, green onions, bell peppers, lime juice.

Bake ketogenic chicken breasts by mixing all spices. Serve with vegetables and enjoy the fresh Mediterranean flavors in this dish. Easy to make this recipe is great for whole family over lunch or dinner.

18. Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: chicken breasts, sea salt, sugar free bacon, artichoke hearts, water chestnuts, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, garlic, rosemary, black pepper, and paprika.

Fill chicken breast with a stuffing of artichoke hearts, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes and garlic. Roll the stuffed chicken and then wrap bacon all around the stuffed breast. 

19. Almond Chicken Bake

Ingredients: chicken breast tenderloins, almond meal, eggs, chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.

Create “chicken tenders” by using chicken breast tenderloins, almond meal and Italian seasoning. Dip chicken breasts in egg and coat with dry ingredients. Serve with salad for adults and with veggies for kids.

20. Double-Pork Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: ground pork, chicken breasts, allspice,  black pepper, shallot, celery salt, parsley, and bacon.

This ketogenic chicken dish is great for meat-lovers for a weekend meal. It will take some time to brown the ground pork. Stuff chicken breasts with brown ground pork and then wrapped in bacon for added flavor and juiciness.

21. Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients: chicken, salt, pepper, olive oil, onion, garlic, tomatoes, water, bay leaf, oregano, basil, and hot pepper flakes.

This Italian-inspired keto chicken recipe is full of flavor. Cook chicken with all ingredients and enjoy Italian flavor. Good for busy weekdays’ lunch or dinner. This light tasty dish is surely enjoyable for whole family.

22. Juicy Ranch Chicken

Ingredients: chicken, dry ranch seasoning, salted butter, lemon, salt, and pepper.

Well blend dry ranch seasoning with softened butter. Simply rub dry ranch seasoning and butter on the chicken and roast. Toss some carrots or sweet potatoes in the roasting pan to complete the meal and enjoy yummy, juicy and flavorful chicken!

23. Italian Artichoke Chicken with Asparagus

Ingredients: asparagus, chicken breasts, artichoke hearts, leek, bacon, chicken stock, oregano, thyme, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

This keto-friendly chicken breast recipe with asparagus, artichoke hearts and bacon is chock-full of veggies. It’s a complete meal in the morning and you can reheat it in oven when you are home after work.

24. Gluten-free Chicken Strips (KFC style!)

Ingredients: chicken breasts, coconut oil, coconut flour, eggs, macadamia nuts, ground oregano, chili powder, ground sage, basil, marjoram, pepper, salt, paprika, onion salt, and garlic powder.

Deep frying chicken breasts coated with coconut flour, macadamia nuts and lots of seasonings and enjoy KFC-style crispiness. Serve it with coleslaw and zucchini fries.

25. Garlic Lemon Chicken Breast 

Ingredients: chicken breasts, lemons, garlic, salt, oil, and pepper.

Steam chicken breasts in a covered pan with garlic and lemon slices and enjoy moist and juicy chicken dish. Serve with green fresh salad for extra zing and flavor. This would be great for light dinner for whole family in weekdays.

26. Mexican Spiced Roast Chicken

Ingredients: garlic, kosher salt, cumin seeds, chili powder,lime, black peppercorns,ground cumin, oregano, olive oil, smoked paprika, whole chicken, water, and onion.

To ensure maximum juiciness, brine the chicken for 2-12 hours before you roast it. Adjust the spices to your liking. Serve over riced cauliflower with cilantro and salsa.

27. Chicken Almond Ding 

Ingredients: duck fat, onion, garlic, celery, chicken breast, frozen peas, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, coconut aminos, dry sherry or broth, water, coconut flour, sea salt, white pepper, and almonds.

Cook this Asian-style recipe in duck fat for extra flavor. Adjust lots of vegetables to your liking or eat over riced cauliflower.

28. Baked Garlic Mushroom Chickena

Ingredients: chicken thighs, chicken broth or bone broth, mushrooms, garlic, ground dried sage, onion powder, ghee, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.

The creamy and grain free garlic mushroom sauce spooned over baked chicken makes this dish a great week night comfort food that can be eaten with roasted green beans or steamed vegetables.

29. One-Skillet Paleo Mediterranean Chicken

Ingredients: Roma tomatoes, Kalamata olives, yellow onion, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, chicken, dried parsley, spinach, olive oil or ghee, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, dried oregano, garlic,  salt, and pepper.

This delicious, flavor-packed, well-balanced paleo meal made with plenty of healthy protein and carbs. It takes just minutes to make and serve!

30. Rosemary Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: chicken breast, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, and celtic sea salt.

It’s super easy to make, very healthy and fabulously fresh and delicious with hints of garlic, lemon and rosemary complementing the flavor of grilled chicken. Enjoy this gluten free chicken recipe along with some grilled zucchini and other summer squash.

31. Chicken Puttanesca

Ingredients: chicken breasts, anchovy filets, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, red onion, Italian olives, red chili flakes, capers, tomatoes, salt, and pepper.

This modern Italian pasta dish is easy to prepare. The sauce is a mixture of tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, garlic and chili flakes. You can substitute bacon instead of anchovies.

32. Chicken Cauliflower “Couscous” Salad Recipe

Ingredients: chicken breast, cauliflower, cucumber, red pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, green onions, garlic powder, cumin powder, salt and pepper.

In this cauliflower “couscous” recipe, you can recreate a simple and light couscous salad without the grains. This salad is easy to make and you can enjoy the cauliflower “couscous” raw or lightly cooked.

33. Chicken Breast with Olive Tapenade

Ingredients: chicken breast, garlic, olive tapenade, and coconut oil.

Cook the garlic for 2 minutes and then add in the chicken cutlets. Top with 1/2 cup of olive tapenade. This is a quick and easy recipe to prepare on weekdays for whole family. Also, you can enjoy this delicious dish and boost your mood.

34. Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Pasta

Ingredients: chicken breasts, coconut oil or ghee, tomatoes, basil, coconut milk, garlic, salt, spaghetti squash or zuchinni.

This creamy tomato basil chicken pasta recipe can be made within 30 minutes. Place pasta top with the creamy tomato basil chicken. Certainly, easy and quick busy weekday dinner recipe.

35. Chicken Kiev Recipe

Ingredients: chicken breasts, egg, coconut flour, garlic powder, garlic, ghee, and salt.

Stuff the garlic and ghee into the chicken breast and dip into an egg with coating of coconut flour, garlic powder, and salt for crispy bite. Bake and serve with broccoli or Brussel sprouts for a complete meal.

Ketogenic Chicken Recipes – Soups

36. Chicken Vegetable Soup

Ingredients: fat of choice, onion, carrots, zucchini, butternut squash, mushrooms, shredded chicken, dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried basil, ground cumin, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, chicken stock, and lemon.

Stir everything together well and simmer. Then, squeeze little bit of fresh lemon juice before serving. Also, you also can eat this soup over cauliflower rice.

37. Poblano Chicken Chowder

Ingredients: poblano peppers, chicken stock, turnips, onion, baby carrots, cauliflower, kale, bacon, chicken,  parsley, salt, chipotle seasoning, pepper, garlic, and any other seasonings.

Certainly, delicious for weekend party. Add more chicken stock as you desire to whichever consistency you prefer. Also, you can season to your liking with above suggested seasonings or include your own.

38. Chicken Khao Soi (ข้าวซอย)

Ingredients: pork rinds, chicken thighs, coconut oil, curry powder, turmeric,  coconut milk, chicken stock, ground coriander, chilies, fish sauce, lime wedges, red onion, red curry paste, and cilantro.

Khao Soi is a delicious ketogenic chicken soup originated in Laos and northern Thailand. Of course, you can add lime, red onion, pork rinds, cilantro or your favorite combination as garnish. 

39. Paleo Crock Pot Chicken Soup

Ingredients: onion, carrots, celery stalks,  herbes de Provence, apple cider vinegar or several sprigs fresh herbs, chicken thighs, chicken breasts, ground pepper, sea salt, and filtered water.

Just add everything to the crock pot. Also, you can substitute chicken stock for some of the water if you wanted a richer broth.  Obviously, a great winter meal.

40. Homemade Thai Chicken Soup

Ingredients: chicken, basil, lemongrass, lime, ginger,and salt.

Obviously, simple and quick process – place everything into the slow cooker and leave overnight. Garnish with chopped basil leaves. This light meal will be delightful for whole family – kids to adult. Also, you can make it any time and enjoy anywhere.

41. Slow Cooker Chicken Broth

Ingredients: whole chicken, salt, black pepper, goji berries.

The broth is like a bone broth – you can tell because it thickens a lot when you cool it in the fridge (that’s the gelatin in the broth).  So, you get nutritious and delicious bone broth along with chicken meat without hardly any effort!

Ketogenic Grilled Chicken Recipes

42. Grilled Lemon Rosemary Chicken with Green Beans

Ingredients: chicken breasts, lemon juice, rosemary sprigs, garlic, salt, black pepper, lemon, cooking spray, green beans, and extra virgin olive oil.

Place lemon juice on top of grilled chicken breast to moisturizing the meat and enhance the lemon and rosemary flavours.  Also, you can try this grilled lemon rosemary chicken with green beans, quinoa or brown rice.

43. Grilled Mustard Chicken with Creamy Walnut Sauce

Ingredients: chicken legs, green beans, water, toasted walnuts, Maille walnut white wine mustard, balsamic vinegar, garlic, sea salt, fresh cracked pepper, thyme, parsley, and olive oil.

Grill chicken coated with the Maille white wine mustard and other spices. Then, sprinkle the walnut mustard sauce and some chopped walnuts over top and the green beans on the side. 

44. Grilled Chicken with Chimichurri Sauce

Ingredients: chicken thighs, Italian parsley leaves, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, chipotle chili flakes, and fresh ground pepper.

Certainly quick and easy weeknight meal. Serve a tomato cucumber salad alongside this grilled chicken with chimichurri sauce for a simple paleo summer meal. 

45. Grilled Lemon Garlic Rosemary Chicken Breasts

Ingredients: chicken breasts, freshly squeezed lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.

Toss to coat well chicken breasts with all ingredients and grill. It’s easy and delicious, grilled chicken is both juicy and full of flavor. Certainly fit to enjoy in lazy weekend.

46. Brochetas De Pollo: Spanish Style Chicken Kabobs

Ingredients: onion, parsley, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, red wine vinegar, chicken breasts, zucchini, and bell peppers.

This dish can be cooked for lunch or dinner as main dish. Spanish style chicken kabobs also preferred in barbecue party, birthday party or outdoor activity. Then, serve this dish immediately after cooking for better taste.

47. Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Garlic Marinade

Ingredients: chicken drumsticks, olive oil, garlic, lemon, sea salt, pepper.

Absolutely, simple grilled meal and perfect for warm weather. Serve the grilled ketogenic chicken with a side of grilled peppers and some oven-baked zucchini and carrot fries. Enjoy with whole family over lunch or dinner.

48. Paleo Jalapeño Chicken Burgers

Ingredients: ground chicken, onion, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes.

Fire up the grill to cook up some Paleo Jalapeño Ketogenic Chicken Burgers! These Whole30 compliant burgers have just the right amount of kick and are absolutely irresistible. Then, mix together all ingredients and grill over medium-high heat.

49. Grilled Chicken with Strawberry Avocado Salsa

Ingredients: jalapeño, strawberries, red onion, avocado, cilantro, salt, chicken breasts, lime, and your favorite seasoning.

Combine salsa ingredients. Season chicken as per your liking (jerk, Cajun, blackening, etc.) and then grill over medium heat. Top with salsa and serve. Easy to prepare and ready in minutes. Great dish for busy weekdays!

50. Grilled Chicken Skewers with Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: chicken breast, zucchini, onion, bell peppers, lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil.

Certainly, these grilled chicken skewers are easy to make and the garlic sauce is simply delicious with it. Firing up the grill is an excellent option for creating fast and delicious meals in summer. Enjoy summer lunch and dinner with this recipe.

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