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One Pan Keto Green Chili Chicken

Creamy, spicy, and low-carb chicken cooked in a single pan with green chiles and a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Keto
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2-3 green chiles chopped
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.25 tsp chili powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • cilantro for garnish
  • avocado optional for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet or large pan
  • Mixing spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add onions and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in chopped green chiles and chili powder. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to medium, add cream cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
  6. Return chicken to the pan, coat with sauce, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice, adjust seasoning.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and optional avocado slices. Serve immediately.

Notes

For dairy-free, use coconut cream instead of cream cheese and heavy cream.