45 Easy Keto Dinner Recipes You'll Make Nonstop
If you're new to the keto diet, you might be thinking, Wait, what can I eat really? As it turns out, plenty of things! And that's absolutely the case come dinnertime. Even if the rest of your household isn't keto, these 45 keto dinner ideas are proof that 1. It couldn't be easier to stay on the diet, and 2. Many of your favorites are already pretty keto-friendly, too! Believe us, if you serve up some Tuscan butter shrimp, no one will ever suspect you're feeding them any sort of "health" food. 😉
When trying to change your eating habits, some people avoid all their top comfort food classics. But we're not about that kind of lifestyle, and we don't think you should either! Keto-fying some of your favorites is actually pretty simple, without any hard-to-find ingredients either. Crushed pork rinds are the savory secret for adding that fried-style crispy crunch to our recipes for keto breaded shrimp and keto fried chicken, while cauliflower rice adds heft to our keto beef stroganoff and keto stuffed cabbage.
Like we said, so many of our stand-by dinner recipes are themselves already keto-friendly. Our recipes for garlicky Greek chicken and feta and herb-crusted salmon are that perfect combination of "easy" yet "dinner party-friendly" everyone will be more than glad to dig into. Just be sure to pair your main event with plenty of keto-friendly side dishes, and dinner is basically served.
For even more super easy keto recipes, check out our favorite keto breakfasts, keto lunch recipes, and keto desserts next!
Keto Chicken Parmesan
No one can deny a good chicken Parm. This version, coated with almond flour and LOTS of Parmesan, is both keto-friendly and completely irresistible.
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Keto Beef Stroganoff
Nothing says comfort food quite like a warm bowl of classic beef stroganoff. This keto dinner replaces the usual egg noodles with steaming cauliflower rice for a cozy bowl of goodness.
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Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon
We get it, salmon can be a little… intimidating. Trust us, though—you’ve just gotta find the cooking method that works for you. One of our favorites? Covering a whole fish, rather than individual fillets, with fun toppings to add flavor all on just one sheet pan. For this Mediterranean-inspired version, you just arrange your salmon on a sheet tray (lined with aluminum foil for the easiest cleanup), sprinkle on the toppings, and bake it for 25 minutes. No flipping, no sticking, and no mess!
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Garlic Butter Meatballs
While nothing could never replace the spot pasta holds in our hearts, these garlic butter meatballs and zoodles are a very close second. Low-carb and gluten-free, this is a simple weeknight dinner that will deliver on that rich pasta sauce taste, while helping you get in another helping of veggies. In our book, that’s a dinner winner.
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Keto Mac & Cheese
If you're on keto, you know there are a lot of no-nos in classic mac & cheese. This version takes out all the trouble children (ahem, PASTA) without sacrificing flavor. The pork rind topping is totally optional, but we think it adds a pleasant crunch.
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Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
If you can't get enough of the classic Philly cheesesteak, but are craving a low-carb version for weeknight dinner, let us introduce our cheesesteak-stuffed peppers. There's no limit to filling options for the versatile stuffed peppers, but when we're craving classic cheesy, rich flavors, this is the recipe we turn to. Filled with tender sirloin steak, mushrooms, onions, and two slices of cheese, these tender, soft peppers give a welcome veggie boost to the beloved sandwich's iconic flavors.
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Keto Fried Chicken
To make a low-carb fried chicken we skipped the flour and went for pork rinds (!) and Parmesan instead.
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Keto Beef Stew
Making beef stew keto-friendly only means a few simple swaps. It's still just as silky and deeply comforting as the original.
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Sheet-Pan Garlic Butter Salmon & Asparagus
Garlic and butter might be one of the greatest flavor pairings of all time. Now, garlic butter is here to save your weeknight dinner with this one-pan salmon & asparagus meal that's ready in as little as 30 minutes! In this simple sheet-pan supper, salmon teams up with asparagus and onions.
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Bruschetta Grilled Chicken
While we've got plenty of weeknight chicken dinners in our arsenal, this bruschetta-inspired grilled chicken is one of our favorite ways to celebrate fresh summer flavors all season long.
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Keto Stuffed Cabbage
This low-carb version of stuffed cabbage is just as satisfying as the original. The secret: cauliflower rice.
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Air Fryer Steak Bites
Meat lovers alert! Your favorite steak dinner is now the ultimate party food. Air-fried to juicy perfection and tossed in warm garlic butter, these irresistible steak bites are great for a pre-dinner treat or as the main event!
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Keto Bacon Chicken Thighs With Garlic Cream Sauce
There’s nothing more magical than a juicy chicken thigh topped with a perfect shard of crispy skin. Here, we amp it up even MORE (if that’s possible) by cooking the chicken thighs in bacon fat and topping them in a mushroom Parmesan cream sauce. Bacon, mushrooms, cheese—need we say more? Rich, creamy, and comforting, this easy skillet dish will become your new weeknight favorite, whether you follow a keto diet or not.
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Philly Cheesesteak Cabbage Wraps
We’re kind of obsessed with Philly cheesesteaks. Thinly sliced beef, melty cheese, onions and peppers, all tucked into a hoagie roll—it's everything we love. But what if you’re avoiding gluten or carbs (maybe on that low-carb or keto life)? Don’t worry, we’ve got you too. Try these Philly cheesesteak cabbage wraps—they’re everything you love about the OG, without the bread.
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Lobster Salad
Lobster rolls are a classic summer meal, but the truth is, you don't really need the split-top hot dog buns (or melted butter if you're eating it Connecticut-style). Lightly dressed with mayo and finished off with a big squeeze of lemon juice, lobster salad tastes incredible on its own, especially paired with slices of creamy avocado. 😉
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Keto Meatballs
Extra cheese holds these tender meatballs together perfectly without any type of flour. A breeze to whip up makes these the perfect weeknight dinner for everyone and leaving you plenty of time whip up a Keto Cheesecake for dessert!
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Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
We’re always on the lookout for yummy ground turkey recipes, and this one is one of our faves. These lettuce wraps come together fast (just 20 minutes!), are super flavorful, and can be customized how you like it. Top them with your favorite taco toppings, really anything goes!
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Keto Corned Beef & Cabbage
Corned beef and cabbage is a St. Patricks day MUST. This keto version is so tender and flavorful, we want to have it way more than just once a year. (Okay, the caper mayo doesn't hurt either.)
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Feta, Spinach, & Tomato Stuffed Salmon
Oven-roasted salmon is already delicious on its own, but adding a filling made of briny feta cheese, earthy cooked spinach, and savory-sweet cherry tomatoes will take your favorite fish up a few notches. To finish it off, the salmon gets topped with a mix of scallions, crushed red pepper, and yep—extra cheese. Mmm.
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Garlic Butter Shrimp & Asparagus
Similar to our lemon garlic butter shrimp, but with an extra-springy vegetable addition, this garlic butter shrimp & asparagus is simple—it only takes 20 minutes from start to finish—and is great for any level of cook.
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Garlic Rosemary Pork Chops
Pork chops have the potential to be juicy, tender, and flavorful—really! This oven-baked method will ensure your pork has a delicious crust and a perfectly cooked interior.
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Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken
All your favorite things wrapped into one skillet dinner.The ranch seasoning is optional... but how could you not?
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Keto Lasagna
Going Keto can be hard when you start thinking about what you'll be missing. Luckily, a classic lasagna won't be one of them. This low-carb lasagna uses a simple noodle replacement that once it's covered in meat and cheese, feels just like pasta. It's the comforting dish you no longer have to crave. Be sure to buy a tomato sauce that doesn't have any added sugar to ensure it's Keto friendly!
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Keto Meatloaf
The bacon adds savory saltiness and crunch on top, the almond flour acts as a perfect nutty binder, and soy sauce packs a punch of umami you never knew meatloaf could have. With all this fantastic flavor already at the party, you won’t think twice about missing the bread crumbs or ketchup.
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Creamy Cajun Stuffed Salmon
Blackened and stuffed, these salmon fillets are packed with Cajun flavor and are quite easy to prepare for a last-minute, weeknight dinner. Tip: Ask the fish counter for pieces of salmon from the head side of the fish (opposed to the tail side).
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Keto Taco Cups
Taco shells made out of cheese = the ultimate keto hack. We're basically talking about frico, an Italian cooking method in which cheese is cooked in a pan until slightly crispy but malleable. Here, we're baking little mounds of cheddar and shaping them into handheld cups before they cool completely.
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Zucchini Ravioli
Zoodles can stand in for SO much more than spaghetti—these rival our favorite ravioli recipes, particularly during the summer when we crave less carbs.
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Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps
You won't miss the hoagie in these low-carb Philly Cheesesteak lettuce wraps. Yes, they're made with provolone—NOT Cheez Whiz. And before you get all riled up, no, they're not in any way authentic. We'll be the first to admit it!
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Tuscan Butter Shrimp
Is there anything *authentically* Italian about this recipe? Nope. Is it delicious? 100%. In fact, this sauce is so good, you'll be tempted to eat it straight out of the pan. (And we wouldn't blame you!)
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Burrito Zucchini Boats
You won't miss the tortilla in these stuffed zucchinis. They've got everything you love about your favorite burrito—black beans, corn, CHEESE—minus the carbs!
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Garlicky Lemon Mahi Mahi
Mahi mahi is firm, mild fish that is beautifully flaky and tender no matter the way you cook it. Our favorite way to prep it? Cook it on the stove with some fresh asparagus, and then smother it in a lemony butter sauce. Pair it with some extra lemon wedges, a savory roasted green like balsamic Parm roasted green beans and some ultra-creamy mashed cauliflower.
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Keto Broccoli Cheddar Soup
We think broccoli cheddar soup was invented solely for people who hate vegetables. It's so much easier to get your daily serving of veggies when they're paired with a luscious, cheesy broth.
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Keto Crunchwrap
Taco Bell's Crunchwrap may be the last you expect to be able to eat on the Keto diet. The cabbage wrapped version makes it possible. All of your favorite fillings are there, including a crunch cheese crisp to imitate the tostada you'd normally find in a crunchwrap supreme and keto-friendly cheese sauce too!
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Keto Chili
Most Texans will tell you that beans do NOT belong in chili. Some might even say that tomatoes don’t either. With that said, we felt just fine leaving both out of this keto version. Here, a deep savory beef broth base is spiked with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and filled with beef and vegetables. Topped with fresh green onions, crispy bacon, and creamy avocado, this hearty stew is sure to please any crowd, keto or not.
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Zoodle Alfredo With Bacon
We here at Delish love zoodles. Not just because we think it's such a fun word to say but also because they are a flavorful and nutritious alternative to regular pasta. This zoodle alfredo gives the original a run for it's money! That's partly because we love that its a little less of a guilty pleasure when made with zucchini but also because we load it up with tons of bacon! AND it takes just as long if not less time to make than the original. You can't afford not to make this amazing keto-friendly recipe!
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Keto Taquitos
Typically, taquitos are made by rolling a variety of fillings tightly in a corn tortilla before deep frying. They're good. Like, REALLY good. Unfortunately, they're not keto, so we got creative and replaced the tortilla with something that is: cheese!
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BLT Burgers
Everything is better with a bacon weave bun and these burgers are certainly proof.
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Keto Pork Chops
How can something this creamy and delicious be Keto!? These easy pork chops come complete with a mushroom cream sauce that you'll want to pour over everything.
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Tuscan Butter Salmon
It’s no secret that we can’t get enough of Tuscan butter. We’ve incorporated it into countless of our most popular recipes, from gnocchi to meatballs to our classic, fan-favorite Tuscan chicken. Why are we so obsessed, you may ask? The tomato-and-basil cream sauce with a healthy dose of Parmesan hits all the right flavor notes: rich and decadent, slightly sweet, and with a punch of umami. To keep the good times going, we incorporated the flavor-packed sauce into this salmon dinner (and if we’re honest, it just might be our favorite take yet).
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Keto Egg Salad
Classic egg salad is usually keto-friendly as it is. But because fat=good, we added an extra creamy, but healthy element: avocado! The whole thing tastes nice and fresh but trust us, it'll really fill you up—even in a lettuce cup. Do we recommend serving it with crispy bacon? Of course we do.
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Foil Pack Grilled Salmon with Lemony Asparagus
Cooking the packs over high heat will help to sear the fish while generating enough steam to fully cook the salmon and the asparagus. Your salmon will cook slightly faster if your pieces are thinner, so check for doneness by piercing a sharp knife into the fish in the foil. If the fish is flaking and light pink, then you'll know it's done.
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Garlicky Greek Chicken
If you're looking for a simple—but super satisfying—way to switch up your weeknight chicken dinner rotation, this is it. All it takes is a few basic ingredients (that you most likely already have on hand) to transform chicken thighs into an herby, garlicky dream. The best part? Your sides and main dish will both be ready in under an hour, making this an ideal last-minute, filling dinner. We paired this one-pan meal with roasted zucchini and asparagus, but you can can switch it up with whatever is in season that you have on hand.
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Iceburgers
We go nuts over hamburgers. Just check out our quest for the ultimate burger for proof. Sadly, sometimes we have to cut back on the carbs or, honestly, we just crave the extra cool crunch iceberg. Replacing the buns with lettuce lets us feel a little more lax on our burger cravings. It's a win-win.
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Beef Tenderloin
If you've always been intimidated by preparing beef tenderloin—don't be. This holiday roast is actually surprisingly easy to make, and is the perfect centerpiece to your Christmas dinner. The secret to this flavor-packed dish? An irresistible (and easy) marinade made up of ingredients you probably already have on hand. Served with our creamy horseradish sauce, this dish is sure to become a staple main dish next to your veggie sides.
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Keto Breaded Shrimp
Crushed pork rinds give shrimp a salty crunch every keto-lover will appreciate. You won't miss the bread crumbs one bit. If you're a pescatarian, don't worry — we have plenty more low-carb keto ideas up our sleeve.
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