27 Tantalizing Low Carb Chicken Recipes - Top Reveal (2024)

As popular as it’s become, many people still shy away from adopting a low carb lifestyle. That’s because they’re under the mistaken impression that low carb means bland, or worse, boring. It doesn’t, especiallywhen you use chicken as your main ingredient.

Chicken is a great protein as it is lean, juicy, and versatile, so you can use it for just about any meal to create something tasty and healthy. And to give you some inspiration I’ve put together this list of tantalizinglow carb chicken recipes.

27 Yummy and Healthy Low Carb Chicken Recipes

That’s Amore

This recipe from tasteaholicstakes a traditional chicken parm and makes it carb and gluten-free by substituting crushed pork rinds for breadcrumbs, so you can chow down minus the guilt!

Fine Dining

Want a tasty carb-free meal that looks like it comes straight from Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant? Then check out this delectable savory sweet meal courtesy of Men’s Journal.

Mustard Must-Have

Mustard is a great condiment to use when cooking low carb because you can go spicy or mellow to add a ton of flavor that is low in calories and carbs. This recipe vialetsdishrecipes.comshows you just how to do it and gives you a unique recipe others will be asking about.

Skilled Skillet

Indulgent, decadent, yet carb-free, this homey Mexicanskillet dish uses grain-free cornbread for a down-home meal that fills you up, but not on empty calories.

Pizza Pizzaz

Pizza is usually a big no-no when you go low carb but not with this recipe by Sweet C’s Design. The secret? oh-so-thin chicken cutlets are used as the base!

I’m Stuffed

The perfect summer meal, this chicken recipe from Holistically Engineered is stuffed with prosciutto for the perfect blend of salty and savory. Drizzle the broccoli with some lemon for a nice dash of acidity to cut through all that richness.

Sizzle and Spice and Everything Nice Yummy

Spice thinkgs up without piling on carbs by adding a little Mexican spice to create chickenfajitas- minus the wraps. The mix of chicken and veggies seen on The Iron Youare packed with flavor and promise to have you coming back for more.

Did Someone Say Bacon?

Salad and Avocado in the summer are a no-brainer. Throw in some bacon like in this recipe fromgimmesomeoven.comand you’ll never do it any other way again. The great thing here is that there’s a balance of healthy fats, so you are eating right without sacrificing flavor.

Creamy Creations

Chicken Alfredo is a high-calorie, high carb meal. Usually. As you’ll see with this recipe from My Montana Kitchen that doesn’t always have to be the case. Substitutingcauliflower for pasta, carbs go out the door and you can use a low-fat cream cheese to keep the calories down as well.

Saucy Sausage

Chicken breasts can be a little dry at times, so pairing it with a more fatty meat, like pork sausage, is a grea way to infuse moistness and a depth of flavor. And since only a littlesausage is needed, you don’t need to worry about calories. Get the recipe courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food.

Salad With a Twist

If you like a bit of heat in your food then you’ll love this Saladby iowagirleats.com, which is spicy without going too far. The buffalo flavoring on the chicken and eggs is tempered by the array of vegetables. It’s a potent salad that is crunchy, spicy, and mm, mm, good.

Rich Ricotta

When you go low carb one of the biggest sacrifices you make is pasta. But, with this recipe from Sugar Free Mom, you can almost fake it by stuffing your chicken with some creamy ricotta cheese. The ricotta gives it a sinfulfeel while still keeping it healthy.

Perky Pesto

Pesto is perfect any time of year, but especially on a warm summer night as it pairs perfectly with chicken and all the seasonal vegetables. This recipe from I Breathe I’m Hungry is simple to throw together and can be whipped up in no time.

Popeye’s Favorite

Popeye loved his spinach and you will too once you taste this flavorful recipe from Ditch the Carbs. Using cream cheese and spinach you can stuff the inside or even spread it across 2 grilled 2 chicken cutlets like a sandwich. Great for lunch or dinner.

Lemony Delight

Lemon is a classic flavor for chicken but this recipe bybhg.comtakes it to the next level by adding warm and spicy ginger to the mix. The chopped scallions add a nice touch and makes this a great summer night dish when gathering with family and friends.

Chicken.. It’s What’s For Breakfast

Who said chicken is only for lunch or dinner? For that matter, who said eggs are only for breakfast? Break all those rules with this delicious dish from Kalyn’s Kitchen, featuring Avocado, chicken and some sunny-side-up eggs. Perfect for any meal, it’s light yet filling.

Meatloaf Cupcakes

Great for an appetizer for a party, as a snack, or as part of a meal this mini meatloafs byambitiouskitchen.comare cheesy yet nutritious and pair perfectly with a salad or, if you have a carb craving, some air-fried sweet potato fries. The secret is using quinoa instead of breadcrumbs.

International Flair

Curry packs a ton of flavor in every bite of any food, so it’s no wonder this dish by Very Well Fit is a favorite among low carb eaters. The curry and coconut add layers of complex flavor that’s equal parts spicy and sweet, but not in a cloying or overpowering way.

Bacon Makes Everything Better

Bacon makes everything better, at least I think so. If you agree then try this yummy recipe fromrealhousemoms.com, which is just the perfect bite. These are great for party appetizers or for tricking your kids into eating healthy.

When a Salad is More Than a Salad

Courtesy oflindawagner.netsalad gets bumped up a notch in terms of flavors and creativity with this yummy recipe. The Chinese overtones add crunchy, tangy elements that will have you swearing salad never tasted so good- or was so satisfying!

Soupy Summer Delight

With just 7 ingredients, this taco soup by Plain Chicken is anything but plain. Using a slow cooker allows the flavors to steep and also makes it the perfect meal during the summer because you don’t need to use the stove. I don’t know about you but I love tacos, so this recipe is at the top of my favorite’s list.

Sacre Blu! That is, Chicken Cordon Bleu

When I first saw this recipe fromibreatheimhungryI swore they had to have hidden carbs- those are breadcrumbs, right? Wrong! turns out the recipe calls for almond flour, which, mixed with parmesan cheese gives these chicken nuggets a crispy exterior that’s carb and gluten free! Hooray!

Wrap It Up

Using lettuce is a smart way to create wraps without adding unnecessary carbs. Plus, the lettuce cuts through the richness of the Korean spices for a more balanced bite. Try this awesome recipe onlittlebrokenand you’ll see what I mean. They make great appetizers.

Bruschetta Short-Cut

Bruschetta without the bread? Trust me, once you try this recipe ondomesticsuperhero.comyou won’t even miss it. All the flavor from a traditional bruschetta are here and the diced tomato gives enough of a crunch to make up for the lack of bread.

Take Out From Home

I love Chinese takeout but all the added sugars had me giving it up when I switched to a low carb lifestyle. Until I stumbled across this amazing recipe from A Spicy Perspective. The coconut sugar is the perfect substitute, giving it a slight hint of sweet without packing on carbs.

One can use this kind of knife to cut the meat.

One Pot Wonder

Any meal I can throw together using just one pan is an instant winner for me. And this one bydamndeliciouswill be a winner for you too. The herbs and spices brighten the chicken and vegetables and enhance their natural flavors for a knockout dish.

You’re Pulling My Leg!

Healthy pulled chicken? Yes, it’s true! This recipe from Cupcakes and Kale Chips shows you just how to create a healthy version of pulled chicken that is just as yummy and mouth-watering than the original thanks to juicy Cherry Tomatoes and lots of herbs.

What do you think of these 27 low carb chicken recipes? I hope you love them as much as I do and embrace the low carb lifestyle. Test them out and be sure to share them with your family and friends so they can enjoy them too.