We've got an exciting recipe for you today - our simple and tasty Keto Green Chile Chicken! This dish is all about flavor, with a mix of spicy chiles, creamy cheese, juicy chicken, and onions. It's become a big hit because it brings together cheese, spice, and everything nice in one pan. So, let's get started and prepare this low-carb, cheesy treat that's sure to make your lunch or dinner an enjoyable event!

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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- š„ Ingredients for this keto green chile chicken recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tools substitute options
- How to make Keto Green Chile Chicken: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- What to serve with the green chile chicken?
- How to make it healthier
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
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Preparation and cooking overview
This dish is super easy to cook! First, just brown the seasoned chicken in the skillet. Next, cook up the onions and green chiles until they're nice and soft. Then, stir in cream cheese and add the chicken back into the mix. Top it off with a layer of Monterey Jack cheese and let it melt. In roughly 20 minutes, you'll have a mouth-watering, cheesy chicken dish ready to be devoured!
Chef's note
This recipe allows room for you to experiment and personalize. If you're looking for a dairy-free meal, switch the cream cheese for a delicious alternative like Kite Hill. If you want to add a new flavor, consider shredded dairy-free cheeses, such as Violife's Smoked Provolone.
š„ Ingredients for this keto green chile chicken recipe
Here's a list of ingredients you need for this green chile chicken:
Ingredient substitutions
Do you see something on the ingredients list that you'd rather skip? No worries! Here are a few keto-friendly substitutions:
Additional ingredients
Feel free to jazz up this delicious dish with a few additions. The ingredients are entirely optional:
Cooking tools required
To prepare this one skillet cheesy green chile chicken, you'll need the following tools:
Tools substitute options
How to make Keto Green Chile Chicken: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Collect all the ingredients you need and measure them.
- Cut the onion into thin slices.
- Grate the Monterey Jack cheese.
Cooking instructions
- Heat oil in a 10.5ā³ skillet on medium-high heat. Spice up your chicken, then fry it for about 3-4 minutes on each side until it turns brown. Take the chicken out and put it aside.
- Add the onion and green chiles to the skillet. Cook for around 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft. Next, add the cream cheese and chicken back to the skillet, along with any juice from the chicken.
- Sprinkle the chicken with the Monterey Jack cheese. Put the lid on the skillet and wait for about 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts. Finish with some cilantro on top, and serve.
Chef's pro tip
Perfectly cooking your chicken is key for this dish. Avoid overcooking as it can lead to tough, dry chicken. Aim for a golden brown crust during the initial searing, but remember, the chicken will continue to cook later in the skillet. This two-step process will give you a juicy, tender chicken that's full of flavor.
What to serve with the green chile chicken?
This green chile chicken is a feast on its own, but you can also mix it up with a variety of sides for a meal that's even more exciting. Here are some ideas:

How to make it healthier
You can make this dish even healthier by following these tips:
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage tips
Reheating best practices
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
And there you have it! You've mastered the Keto Green Chile Chicken, a low-carb dish full of cheesy goodness and bold flavors. Each bite delivers a perfect mix of tender chicken, spicy chiles, and melty Monterey Jack cheese. This dish is so delicious that you'll be lining up for seconds, maybe even thirds!
But don't stop hereākeep discovering new keto dishes, add your personal spin, and spread the joy of tasty, healthy food with those around you. Enjoy your cooking adventures, and keep the keto spirit going strong!
Frequently asked questions
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Keto Green Chile Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 8 ounces canned green chilis diced
- ½ onion thinly sliced
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
Instructions
- Heat oil in a 10.5ā³ skillet on medium-high heat. Spice up your chicken, then fry it for about 3-4 minutes on each side until it turns brown. Take the chicken out and put it aside.
- Add the onion and green chiles to the skillet. Cook for around 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft. Next, add the cream cheese and chicken back to the skillet, along with any juice from the chicken.
- Sprinkle the chicken with the Monterey Jack cheese. Put the lid on the skillet and wait for about 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts. Finish with some cilantro on top, and serve.
Tammy Morris says
This is a cast iron skillet full of yumminess! I will be sure to make this again!
Lisa Rose says
Made this for dinner tonight - winner! Second recipe weāve tried from you. First was the cheesesteak in portobello mushroom that was the best keto recipe weāve tried yet! This was a quick, weeknight dinner that we will make again and share with family and friends. Thank you for sharing your recipes!
Sands says
When I made this recipe I added enchilada sauce. It was fabulous. So good ?
Barrie P. says
This chicken was so delicious. I just added a splash of cream because it was so think.
Alex Lester says
Sounds great, thanks Barrie!
ShesCraftyinCO says
Made this last night and, WOW, it was absolutely delicious! Didn't change a thing... made it exactly to the recipe's specifications and it was a total hit! I had leftovers, which I was looking forward to having for lunch today but my husband got up early and ate them all for breakfast! This will definitely be put in my recipe rotation!
Kristina says
While the taste is 5 stars we had a little trouble with the ingredient list and directions. If you look at the photo it shows red onion but the ingredient list shows just onion. Secondly, I think the directions should say to cook the chicken throughly and then set aside. When we were done cooking the chicken wasnāt cooked all the way. It was a nicely browned just not completely cooked. Thanks for the recipe.
Lisa says
That looks delicious!