Keto Buffalo Chicken Skillet (Printable Version)
Tender chicken and bacon in a creamy, flavorful buffalo cheese sauce for a quick low-carb meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 -
12 oz diced chicken breast
02 -
4 slices diced bacon
→ Seasonings and Sauces
03 -
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
04 -
1/3 cup buffalo sauce
→ Dairy and Dairy Alternatives
05 -
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 -
4 tablespoons cream cheese
07 -
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
08 -
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Heat a skillet over medium heat for 1 minute until properly warmed.
02 -
Add diced chicken, bacon, and ranch seasoning. Sauté until chicken is cooked through with no pink remaining (internal temperature 165°F) and bacon is crisp.
03 -
Remove and discard excess fat from the skillet by tilting or using a colander. Set cooked chicken and bacon aside.
04 -
Reduce heat to low. Add butter, cream cheese, and almond milk to the skillet, whisking continuously until smooth and homogenous.
05 -
Incorporate half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the sauce, whisking until melted. Increase heat slightly until bubbling, then reduce to a simmer.
06 -
Return the chicken and bacon to the skillet, stirring thoroughly to coat evenly with the cheese sauce.
07 -
Drizzle buffalo sauce evenly over the mixture. Sprinkle remaining cheddar or Parmesan cheese on top as preferred.
08 -
Cover and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes to meld flavors and melt cheese topping. Optionally broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden finish.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.