One-Pan Keto Chicken with Cheese
A simple and delicious one-pan keto recipe featuring juicy chicken smothered in melted cheese. Perfect for a quick low-carb dinner!
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Spatula or tongs
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, optional
Instructions
- Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Notes
You can substitute the mozzarella and cheddar with your favourite keto-friendly cheeses like provolone or pepper jack. For extra flavour, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach before sprinkling the cheese. Ensure internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
You can substitute the mozzarella and cheddar with your favourite keto-friendly cheeses like provolone or pepper jack. For extra flavour, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach before sprinkling the cheese. Ensure internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.