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Keto Green Chili Chicken

One Pan Keto Green Chili Chicken

A creamy, Southwestern-inspired shredded chicken dish simmered in a rich green chili and cheese sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 5 Servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Keto, Southwestern American
Calories: 335
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 cup almond milk 1/4 cup heavy cream, 3 oz cream cheese
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 4-oz can green chilis
  • 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp garlic, 1 jalapeno
  • Spices: Chili powder cumin, onion powder

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Sauté garlic and jalapeno in butter for 30 seconds.
  2. Whisk in milk, cream, cream cheese, chilis, spices, and 1 cup cheddar until smooth.
  3. Stir in chicken and top with remaining cheese.
  4. Simmer covered on low for 10 minutes.
  5. Garnish and serve.

Notes

1. Whisk well: Ensure the cream cheese is fully incorporated before adding the chicken for the smoothest texture. 2. Shortcut: Rotisserie chicken makes this a 20-minute meal. 3. Net Carbs: Calculated as total carbs minus fiber (4.1g - 0.5g = 3.6g).