15 Best Keto Dinner Recipes (Quick, Easy & Low-Carb!)

Sticking to a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle doesn’t mean sacrificing bold flavors or comforting meals. The key to a successful keto dinner is combining high-quality proteins, healthy fats, and low-carb vegetables into satisfying, easy-to-make dishes.

Whether you’re looking for 15-minute skillet meals, hearty cheesy casseroles, or low-carb twists on classic comfort foods, this comprehensive guide covers 15 delicious step-by-step keto dinner recipes to keep your weeknight meals exciting and well within your daily net carb limit.

Pro-Tips for Perfect Keto Dinners

• Measure Net Carbs: Net carbs are calculated as Total Carbohydrates minus Fiber. Focus on non-starchy vegetables like broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, and zucchini.
• Master Healthy Fats: Use full-fat dairy (heavy cream, cream cheese, sharp cheddar) and high-quality cooking oils/fats (butter, ghee, olive oil, avocado oil) to boost satiety and flavor.
• Meal Prep friendly: Most of these recipes reheat wonderfully, making them ideal for prepping lunches or dinners for the entire week.

1. Cheesy Keto Ground Beef Casserole

A rich, comforting beef and cheese bake with under 3g net carbs per serving.

• Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 20 mins | Servings: 6 | Net Carbs: ~2.5g

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs 80/20 ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning, ½ tsp paprika, salt and black pepper to taste
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×11-inch or 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Brown the beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook for 6–8 minutes until the beef is browned and onions are tender. Drain excess fat if desired.
3. Add spices & cream cheese: Reduce heat to low. Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the softened cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring continuously until melted and fully incorporated into a creamy beef mixture.
4. Assemble & bake: Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking dish. Top evenly with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden on top.

2. Garlic Butter Chicken and Broccoli Skillet

A fast 20-minute one-pan dinner cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce.

• Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 15 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~3.5g

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into bite-sized cubes
• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ cup chicken broth
• Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sear chicken: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken cubes with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add chicken to the hot skillet and sear for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
2. Sauté garlic & broccoli: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add broccoli florets and chicken broth. Cover the skillet with a lid and steam for 3–4 minutes until broccoli is crisp-tender.
3. Combine & toss: Return the seared chicken back into the skillet. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss everything together in the pan juices for another 1–2 minutes until warm.

3. Creamy Tuscan Garlic Salmon

Pan-seared salmon fillets in a decadent garlic, spinach, and sun-dried tomato cream sauce.

• Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 15 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~3g

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ⅓ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach
• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), drained and chopped
• Salt, pepper, and fresh parsley to garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sear salmon: Season salmon fillets on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon (skin-side up first if skin-on) and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until seared and golden. Remove salmon and set aside.
2. Make cream sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Add flavorings: Whisk in the parmesan cheese until melted. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh baby spinach. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and sauce thickens slightly.
4. Finish: Nestled the cooked salmon fillets back into the sauce. Spoon cream over the fillets and heat through for 1–2 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

4. Cream Cheese & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Juicy chicken breasts filled with garlic, parmesan, spinach, and melted cream cheese.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 30 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~2g

Ingredients

• 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Make filling: In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, chopped spinach, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Stuff chicken: Carefully slice a pocket horizontally into the thickest side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through. Season the outside of the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Evenly stuff each chicken pocket with the spinach-cream cheese mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
4. Sear & bake: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer the skillet (or move chicken to baking dish) to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

5. 20-Minute Keto Thai Basil Beef Skillet

A fast, low-carb take on Asian stir-fry featuring seasoned ground beef and fresh basil.

• Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 10 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~3g

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional for carbs)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp liquid stevia or monk fruit sweetener
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves (or sweet basil)
• Cauliflower rice for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Brown beef: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking up the meat until fully browned.
2. Add sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, and keto sweetener in a small bowl. Pour mixture over the cooked ground beef and toss to coat.
3. Fold in basil: Remove skillet from heat and immediately stir in fresh Thai basil leaves. Allow the heat of the pan to wilt the basil (about 1 minute). Serve hot over cooked cauliflower rice.

6. Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole

Tender chicken, smoky bacon, and broccoli tossed in a creamy ranch sauce.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 25 mins | Servings: 6 | Net Carbs: ~3.5g

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed until tender-crisp
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup full-fat sour cream
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. Make ranch sauce: In a bowl, mix sour cream, softened cream cheese, dry ranch seasoning, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
3. Combine: In a large bowl, toss together cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, half of the crumbled bacon, and the ranch sauce mixture.
4. Bake: Transfer to casserole dish, top with remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and rest of the crumbled bacon. Bake for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbling.

7. Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon & Asparagus

An effortless 15-minute sheet pan meal with practically zero clean-up.

• Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 12 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~3g

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1 lb fresh asparagus, woody ends trimmed
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice + 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2. Arrange: Place salmon fillets in the center of the sheet pan and arrange trimmed asparagus spears around the salmon.
3. Season: Whisk melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Drizzle butter sauce evenly over salmon and asparagus. Top each salmon fillet with lemon slices.
4. Roast: Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon is flaky and asparagus is tender.

8. Loaded Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Casserole

A decadent low-carb swap for classic macaroni and cheese.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 25 mins | Servings: 6 | Net Carbs: ~4g

Ingredients

• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
• 4 oz cream cheese
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Salt, pepper, and ½ tsp garlic powder

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Steam cauliflower: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Steam cauliflower florets for 5–6 minutes until fork-tender. Drain very well and pat dry with paper towels to avoid watery casserole.
2. Make cheese sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt cream cheese and heavy cream together until smooth. Whisk in garlic powder, salt, pepper, 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, and ½ cup mozzarella until thick and smooth.
3. Combine & bake: Stir steamed cauliflower into cheese sauce and transfer to a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar, mozzarella, crumbled bacon, and green onions. Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.

9. Tender Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Zucchini Noodles

Juicy sirloin steak bites paired with quick-sautéed zoodles.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 10 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~3g

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 medium zucchini, spiralized into zoodles
• 4 tbsp butter (divided)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh thyme or parsley
• Salt and coarse black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sear steak: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over high heat until smoking hot. Season steak cubes generously with salt and pepper. Add steak to pan in a single layer (do not overcrowd). Sear for 3–4 minutes, flipping once, until browned on all sides.
2. Garlic butter coating: Lower heat to medium, add 2 tablespoons butter, garlic, and herbs. Toss steak bites in garlic butter for 1 minute. Remove steak bites from pan.
3. Cook zoodles: Melt remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the same pan. Add zucchini noodles and sauté for just 1–2 minutes until slightly warmed through (do not overcook or they become watery). Serve steak bites over zoodles.

10. Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Chicken

Chicken breasts packed with cream cheese and jalapeños, wrapped in crispy bacon.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 35 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~2g

Ingredients

• 4 boneless chicken breasts
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely diced
• ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 8–12 slices bacon

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with aluminum foil.
2. Make filling: In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, diced jalapeños, and shredded cheddar cheese.
3. Stuff & wrap: Cut a long pocket horizontally into each chicken breast. Stuff evenly with cream cheese filling. Wrap 2 to 3 slices of bacon tightly around each stuffed chicken breast to seal the pocket.
4. Bake: Place in baking dish and bake for 30–35 minutes. Broil on high for 3–4 minutes at the end to crisp up the bacon.

11. One-Skillet Creamy Parmesan Pork Chops

Thick pork chops seared and smothered in garlic parmesan cream.

• Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 20 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~2g

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (1-inch thick)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• Salt, pepper, and paprika

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sear pork chops: Pat pork chops dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
2. Make cream sauce: Reduce heat to medium, melt butter, and add garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a low boil.
3. Thicken: Stir in parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
4. Simmer: Return pork chops and accumulated juices to skillet. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

12. Easy Keto Taco Salad Bowl with Creamy Avocado Dressing

All your favorite taco flavors served in a low-carb salad bowl.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 10 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~4g

Ingredients

• 1.25 lbs ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning (sugar-free/low-carb)
• 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup salsa (low-sugar)
• Avocado Dressing: 1 ripe avocado, ¼ cup sour cream, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp cilantro, salt, water to thin

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook beef: Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain fat, add taco seasoning and ¼ cup water, simmer for 3 minutes until thickened.
2. Blend dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and 2 tablespoons water. Blend until creamy.
3. Assemble bowls: Divide romaine lettuce among 4 bowls. Top with warm taco meat, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Drizzle generously with creamy avocado dressing.

13. Crustless Bacon & Spinach Low-Carb Quiche

An easy egg bake packed with spinach, bacon, and Swiss cheese.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 35 mins | Servings: 6 | Net Carbs: ~2g

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup Swiss or Gruyère cheese, shredded
• ¼ tsp nutmeg, salt and black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Whisk eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Assemble: Layer chopped spinach, cooked bacon, and shredded Swiss cheese evenly in the bottom of the prepared pie dish. Pour egg mixture over top.
4. Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until center is set and edges are golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

14. 10-Minute Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

Succulent shrimp tossed in garlic, butter, lemon, and heavy cream.

• Prep time: 5 mins | Cook time: 8 mins | Servings: 4 | Net Carbs: ~1.5g

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ⅓ cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• Salt and crushed red pepper flakes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook garlic: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
2. Cook shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer. Season with salt. Cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
3. Finish sauce: Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer for 1 minute until sauce thickens slightly and coats the shrimp. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve over zoodles or cauliflower mash.

15. The Best Cheesy Fathead Keto Pizza

Crispy, chewy low-carb pizza crust made with almond flour and mozzarella.

• Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 15 mins | Servings: 4 (8 slices) | Net Carbs: ~3g per slice

Ingredients

• Fathead Crust: 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded), 2 tbsp cream cheese, 1 cup almond flour, 1 egg, ½ tsp garlic powder
• Toppings: ⅓ cup low-carb marinara sauce, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, pepperoni slices, fresh basil

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Melt cheese: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1.5 cups mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
2. Make dough: Stir almond flour, garlic powder, and egg into melted cheese. Knead dough with hands until smooth dough ball forms (if sticky, re-warm for 10 seconds).
3. Roll & pre-bake: Roll dough out between two sheets of parchment paper into a 10–12 inch circle. Prick dough with a fork. Bake crust on a pan for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.
4. Top & bake: Remove crust, spread marinara sauce, add mozzarella and pepperoni. Bake for another 5–7 minutes until cheese is bubbly and browned.