This One-Pan Keto Pollo con Queso is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner! This low-carb kid-friendly keto recipe is ready in 20 minutes and is simple to meal prep!
1 1/2poundschicken breastcut into bite sized cubes
1teaspoonchili powder
1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoononion powder
1teaspooncumin
1/2teaspoonoregano
1/2teaspoonsalt and pepper
Keto Queso
14 ounce can mild green chiles
1/4cupheavy cream + more for thinning if needed.
2ouncescream cheesesoftened
1 1/2cupshredded pepper jack cheese
1/2cupwhite American Cheese
Instructions
Combine all of the spices in a small bowl and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet to medium heat.
Add the cubed chicken to the hot skillet and sprinkle with the spices. Toss to coat the chicken evenly on all sides. Brown the chicken 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to low. Add the green chiles, cream cheese, heavy cream, add the shredded cheese in small increments (about 1/2 cup at a time). Continuously stir the queso as the cheese melts until all the cheese has been used. Add additional heavy cream or milk until it reaches your preferred consistency.
Add the chicken to the skillet and toss in the queso. Serve immediately.
Notes
Net carbs 2.8 g per serving
Nutrition
Serving: 1 1/4 cup chicken with cheese sauceCalories: 438kcalCarbohydrates: 3.2gProtein: 41gFat: 13.1gCholesterol: 147mgSodium: 890mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 2g