20 Delicious Low Carb Chicken Meals You'll Love

Why is chicken good for a low-carb diet?

Chicken is a high-protein option for a low-carb diet, as its protein content can help you maintain muscle mass while restricting carbs. One four-ounce skinless chicken breast contains 187 calories, 0 carbs, and 35 grams of protein. It can also be prepared in various ways, like grilling, baking, or roasting, allowing for diverse meal options without adding many carbs.

20 scrumptious low-carb chicken recipes

1. Keto crack chicken

This keto crack chicken recipe is a low-carb, high-protein version of the famous crack dip. It features shredded chicken, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and a creamy ranch sauce. This keto meal is so good, it might become a part of your weekly dinner rotation.

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2. One pan cheesy jalapeno chicken

This cheesy jalapeno chicken makes the perfect easy dinner that takes less than 30 minutes to make and is bursting with flavor. Think juicy chicken meets jalapeno popper. It also reheats well making it great for a weekly meal prep or freezer-friendly meal. The recipe comes together in one pan and contains basic ingredients like chicken breast, broth, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onions, garlic, and jalapenos.

3. Creamy garlic chicken

This creamy garlic chicken dish combines juicy chicken thighs with Dijon mustard, garlic, and a mixture of spices to create a French-inspired dish that's fine dining-worthy. This recipe can be made in an instant pot or a cast iron skillet, whichever you prefer. It contains only four carbs per serving and can be paired with cauliflower rice, a salad, or roasted vegetables.

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4. Artichoke chicken

If you're a fan of artichokes, you'll want to try this simple and delicious recipe. This dish combines chicken, artichokes, and mushrooms with a savory, rosemary-infused sauce that keeps the chicken tender and juicy. One serving contains 235 calories, eight net carbs, and 24 grams of protein, making this dish a great macro-friendly meal.

5. Baked pesto chicken

Pesto chicken is one of the most popular chicken recipes - and for good reason. This recipe is super simple, as it only contains five ingredients. All you need is boneless skinless chicken breasts, basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, salt, and pepper. Layer everything in a baking dish and cook for 35 minutes for a quick, easy, tasty weeknight meal.

6. Pepperoni pizza chicken bake

If you're on the hunt for low-carb comfort food, this pepperoni chicken bake might satisfy your craving. This recipe layers pizza sauce, mozzarella, and sliced pepperoni onto a chicken breast, creating a high-protein, low-carb pizza bake. You can also customize this dish to include olives, peppers, and other pizza toppings you like.

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7. Salsa verde chicken bake

This salsa verde chicken is cheesy, spicy, and absolutely mouth-watering. This dish uses minimal ingredients, like chicken breasts, salsa verde, mozzarella, olive oil, and various seasonings. This recipe takes about 45 minutes to make, and has 26 grams of protein and only five carbs per serving.

8. Herbed slow-cooker chicken

This slow-cooker chicken is a foolproof recipe anyone can make. To prepare, add bone-in chicken breast halves, olive oil, various seasonings, and a browning sauce into a crockpot. Then, cover and cook on low for four to five hours. Enjoy this chicken on a salad or pair with cooked mixed vegetables.

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9. Grilled chicken guacamole

This chicken guacamole recipe turns a simple snack into a gourmet dinner. All you need are ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, salt, cherry tomatoes, and grilled chicken breast. This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and full of flavor.

10. Chicken nuggets

Say goodbye to store-bought chicken nuggets, because these homemade, low-carb friendly ones take the top spot. All you need to do is cut chicken breasts into small pieces, toss them into seasoned flour, then fry, or put them in the air fryer for a healthier option. One three-ounce serving contains just six carbs. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces for an easy, quick, and satisfying comfort meal.

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11. Balsamic chicken

Balsamic chicken is another staple chicken recipe. First, you'll need to create a marinade of balsamic vinegar, garlic, lemon zest, and fresh herbs. Let your chicken breasts marinate in the mixture for at least 10 minutes, although you can leave for up to a few hours for even more flavor. Then place on the grill. Once they're fully cooked, serve with low-carb pasta like zucchini noodles or hearts of palm pasta.

12. Sheet pan Greek chicken

You can't go wrong with a simple, healthy, high-protein sheet pan meal like this Greek chicken one. This recipe combines chicken with green beans, cherry tomatoes, and melted feta cheese. It's a great quick meal you can whip up on a busy weeknight, as it only calls for 15 minutes of prep and less than 30 minutes of cooking time. One serving contains 11 grams of carbs and 16 grams of protein.

13. Lemon butter chicken

This lemon butter chicken comes together in one pan, making it easy to cook and clean. It contains chicken breasts, coconut milk, butter, garlic, lemon zest, and various seasonings. This recipe can be made dairy-free, however, if you use vegan butter.

14. Chicken and avocado soup

If you're in the mood for a delicious, high-protein dinner, try this comforting Latin-inspired chicken and avocado soup. The soup features scallions, lime, and cilantro, giving it a refreshing taste on top of the creaminess of the avocado. Then to top it off, it includes cumin and chipotle chile powder to add some zing to the dish.

15. Buffalo chicken stuffed peppers

Buffalo chicken dip is a party staple but can be hard to enjoy when you're following a low-carb diet. Luckily, these stuffed peppers only contain five carbs per serving and hit the mark on flavor. This recipe combines Buffalo sauce with butter, various seasonings, and Greek yogurt to create the creamy Buffalo flavor. Combine it with shredded chicken and cheese, and place it inside a bell pepper for a healthier Buffalo chicken meal you can enjoy.

16. Sheet pan chicken fajitas

Sheet pan chicken fajitas are an easy dish that uses simple ingredients and tastes amazing. All you need are chicken breasts, peppers, an onion, and various spices to give the dish a bold flavor. Instead of using traditional tortillas for these fajitas, you can substitute lettuce cups or cauliflower rice to make a fajita bowl.

17. Lemon and dill chicken salad

This chicken salad recipe is made with rotisserie chicken, fresh lemon, and dill. It's fast and easy and suits many diets including gluten-free, low-carb, and keto. Add this roasted chicken salad to a bed of greens for a quick, healthy, and tasty lunch option.

18. Chicken with roasted tomato and onion

Chicken with roasted tomato, red onion, garlic, and herbs adds lots of fresh flavor to a simple dish. You can also add red pepper flakes to bring in some heat and basil for extra freshness. This recipe is gluten and dairy-free and only takes 20 minutes to make.

19. Lemon pepper wings

Crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside, and bursting with bright flavor -- sign us up. These lemon pepper wings have restaurant-quality flavor but can be made easily using your oven. To give the wings a fresh yet zesty flavor, you'll need lemon pepper seasoning, honey, butter, lemon juice, and black pepper. Coat each wing in this sauce and bake them in the oven for 12 to 18 minutes, or until cooked through. Finish off under the broiler for two to three minutes for extra crisp wings.

20. Slow cooker butter chicken

Change up your boring chicken dinner nights with this flavorful butter chicken recipe. This recipe features a savory, cream sauce that's loaded with spices, but isn't too spicy. (But you're welcome to add more heat if you want to kick it up a notch.) Best of all, you just need to heat your onion and spices in a skillet for five minutes, then transfer everything into the slow cooker for five hours to do the rest of the work.

Find low-carb chicken recipes at Meal Village

Whether you have a busy week ahead or don't feel like cooking, Meal Village has low-carb chicken dinners available for you to enjoy. Each week, the chefs at Meal Village curate a menu with over 130 recipes that suit various diets, including keto, dairy-free, gluten-free, and low-carb. All you need to do is find some meals you'd like to try, then place an order online or over the phone. The chefs at Meal Village will make your food in their Chicago-based kitchen the day you need it, and deliver it fresh right to your door. Healthy, low-carb, and delicious meals just became much more enjoyable.