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This easy Jalapeno Popper Chicken Skillet is a satisfying cheesy, low carb casserole! At under 3 net carbs per serving this will be a new favorite!

Jalapeno Popper Chicken Skillet (keto + low carb)

Annie
This easy Jalapeno Popper Chicken Skillet is a satisfying cheesy, low carb casserole! At under 3 net carbs per serving this will be a new favorite!
4.31 from 39 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Chicken, Dinner
Cuisine Keto
Servings 6
Calories 318 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup jalapeño seeded and chopped
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 5 cups shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium heat melt the butter, add the garlic and jalapeño and sauté at least one minute.
  • Add almond milk, heavy cream, cream cheese, spices and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Whisk mixture until it is smooth andj cheese has melted.
  • Stir in shredded chicken and top with remaining cheddar. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions, additional jalapeño slices or avocado.

Notes

Net carbs are 2.9 g per serving

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cupCalories: 318kcalCarbohydrates: 3.1gProtein: 26gFat: 22gCholesterol: 112mgSodium: 327mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1.2g
Keyword cheesy keto chicken, jalapeno chicken
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