55 Tasty Keto Dinner Recipes Everyone In The Family Will Love
New to the keto diet? As you're learning more about ketosis and macros, we bet you're thinking, Wait, what CAN I eat? 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 55 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; cauliflower rice adds heft to our keto beef stroganoff and keto stuffed cabbage; and spaghetti squash and zucchini sub in for noodles in our spaghetti squash carbonara and our garlic butter meatballs & zoodles.
Like we said, so many of our stand-by dinner recipes are themselves already keto-friendly. Our recipes for garlicky Greek chicken, our feta & herb-crusted salmon, and our cheesy bacon ranch chicken 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 Beef Stew
PSA: Making beef stew keto-friendly only means a couple simple swaps. It's still silky and every bit as comforting as the original. In this keto recipe, we make up for the lack of thickener by ensuring that we really reduce the stew to create something rich and stick-to-your-ribs good.
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Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Our favorite use of cauliflower as a culinary master of disguise is in pizza crust. It might sound crazy, but it can be a delicious and healthy alternative to the classic. Try this easy, gluten-free pizza recipe once, and you’ll see why we’re cauliflower obsessed.
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Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Spaghetti Squash
Cheesy broccoli in any form is our ultimate comfort food, and this broccoli cheddar spaghetti squash does not disappoint. Creamy spaghetti squash and broccoli are topped with cheese and broiled until browned and bubbling for a satisfying dinner that hits every comfort note.
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Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken
We’ll say it: Bacon and ranch is an absolute match made in heaven. If you’re as obsessed with this flavor combination as we are (how could you not be?), then this chicken dinner should be your new weeknight staple.
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Cauliflower Fried Rice
Fried rice is a classic and comforting recipe that everyone loves…except maybe those who are trying to eat less rice. Whether you’re skipping carbs, trying to eat more vegetables, or are just looking for a lighter side dish so you can eat more orange chicken (relatable!), this cauliflower fried rice is for you.
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Lemon-Brown Butter Salmon
Here, hearty salmon fillets are generously seasoned with salt and pan-seared in browned butter, then topped with a flurry of freshly chopped herbs. Pair it with an easy-to-assemble salad or our foolproof mashed cauliflower for a full meal that will rival your favorite restaurant.
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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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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.
Get the Keto Pork Chops with Garlicky Cream Sauce recipe.
Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps
You won't miss the hoagie in these low-carb Philly Cheesesteak-inspired 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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Cacio E Pepe Egg Noodles
Cacio e pepe is one of our all time FAVORITE pasta dishes. This lightened-up version calls for making your pasta from scratch—the good news is it's SO much easier than it sounds. All you need is a good nonstick pan. It's so simple and yet so fun to make and, of course, absolutely delicious.
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French Onion Pot Roast
Cold-weather comfort food is all we want on a lazy, long winter weekend, and this French onion pot roast is the perfect cross between slow-roasted chuck and classic cheesy French onion soup. Taking inspo from our onion soup rib roast, the beef is seasoned with onion soup mix to add depth and an extra umami boost.
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Spaghetti Squash Carbonara
We love carbonara in just about any form (deviled eggs? Breakfast ramen?!), but this spaghetti squash carbonara is something special. Roasted spaghetti squash is tossed in a creamy rich sauce with crispy pancetta bits for a new spin on the classic Italian staple. Yes, it’s low-carb and gluten-free—and it’s also just plain delicious.
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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. 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, 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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Keto Mac & Cheese
If you're on a keto diet, 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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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 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.
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Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash
Whether you're trying to go low-carb or simply love cooking spaghetti squash, this chicken Alfredo-inspired recipe is a worthwhile weeknight chicken dinner you should add to your rotation.
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Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon
For this Mediterranean-inspired salmon recipe, 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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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 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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Marry Me Tofu
Because tofu is so versatile, why not give this plant-based protein a romantic spin, à la our marry me chicken? Heads up: this recipe does have a little cornstarch in it—it doesn't add too many carbs, but you can always use an alt starch like arrowroot if you like.
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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. 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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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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Keto Fried Chicken
To make a low-carb fried chicken, we skipped the flour and went for pork rinds (!) and Parmesan instead. We also baked this chicken to skip all of the unnecessary oil, but trust us—you'd still swear it was fried.
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Italian Antipasto Brussels Sprouts Salad
Piled high with a variety of cheeses, slices of cured meats, and briny veggies, an antipasto platter is a beautiful sight to behold. If you too love the famed spread and want to enjoy its flavors in as many ways as possible, you've gotta make this Brussels sprouts salad next.
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Pizza Frittata
If you're craving pizza for breakfast but want a substantial meal, turn to this pizza frittata. We load this frittata up with marinara, shredded mozzarella, and sliced pepperoni for savory pizza flavor in the classic frittata form. Serve at as the ultimate brunch dish, or for a protein-packed breakfast-for-dinner.
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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.
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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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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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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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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 flavors all season long.
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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Skillet
If you’re looking for ways to jazz up your average rotisserie chicken and get your family excited about mealtime, look no further than this skillet recipe. With all the flavors of the beloved bar appetizer, it can take a boring roasted bird to new levels of deliciousness.
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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 even easier. 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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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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California Grilled Chicken
In this California-inspired dinner, our seasoned grilled chicken is topped with mozzarella, avocado, and tomato on the grill, resulting in a cheesy, flavor-packed main course. Top it with a drizzle of balsamic glaze (skip the honey!) and fresh basil, and you've got a fresh dinner on your hands in under an hour.
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Zucchini Ravioli
When you cut them into thick noodles, zoodles can stand in for SO much more than spaghetti—these rival our favorite ravioli recipes, so use them as inspiration to get creative with your fillings.
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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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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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Keto Lasagna
Going keto can be hard when you start thinking about what you'll be missing. Luckily, a classic lasagna won't be on that list. This low-carb lasagna uses a simple noodle replacement that once it's covered in meat and cheese, tastes just like pasta.
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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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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 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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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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Zoodle Alfredo With Bacon
This zoodle Alfredo gives the original a run for its money! We loaded ours up with bacon and lots of Parm, but it would be wonderful turned into a chicken or shrimp Alfredo too.
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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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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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Keto Crunchwrap
Taco Bell's Crunchwrap may be the last you expect to be able to eat on the Keto diet, but this 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 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. Check out our best ways to top a burger if classic tomato and lettuce aren't enough flavor for ya.
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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. 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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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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Keto Butter Chicken
This ultra-creamy butter chicken is not to be missed. Plate it up with a big scoop of warm cauliflower rice and some cilantro for a satisfying dinner everyone can enjoy.
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