Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken

Make this one-pot keto green chili chicken for an easy, comforting dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the seasoning for a bold, smoky flavor that’s better than takeout. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fritters Recipe with Easy Tangy Lemon Aioli and Low Carb Pizza Casserole (Easy, Cheesy & Family-Approved).

What You'll Need for Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilis
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• olive oil
• garlic
• cumin
• smoked paprika
• chili powder
• salt
• black pepper
• cayenne pepper
• Optional: fresh cilantro
• Optional: sliced avocado
• Optional: sour cream or Greek yogurt

How to Make Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and 1/2 tsp cumin. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Instant Pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. Stir in diced green chilis, diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, tomato paste, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
3. Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender. Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy. Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add the chicken and cheese just before serving.

Freezing Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken

Freeze cooked chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, you can use a pressure cooker or Instant Pot.
• Best substitution: If you don't have chicken broth, you can use water or vegetable broth instead.
• Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the skillet, make sure it's not too crowded. You may need to cook it in batches.

Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Keto

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilis
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Seasonings

• olive oil
• garlic
• cumin
• smoked paprika
• chili powder
• salt
• black pepper
• cayenne pepper

Optional Toppings

• fresh cilantro
• sliced avocado
• sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and 1/2 tsp cumin. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Instant Pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. Stir in diced green chilis, diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, tomato paste, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
3. Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender. Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy. Serve hot, topped with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, you can use a pressure cooker or Instant Pot.
• Best substitution: If you don't have chicken broth, you can use water or vegetable broth instead.
• Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your chicken is sticking to the skillet, make sure it's not too crowded. You may need to cook it in batches.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
• Make ahead: You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add the chicken and cheese just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 370
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 21g
• Carbs: 7g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 750mg
• Cholesterol: 110mg
• Sat. Fat: 9g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy One-Pot Keto Green Chili Chicken and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!