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Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich

Annie — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:00:43 +0000

This Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich is the perfect keto comfort food. Cheesy, full of protein, and under 7 net carbs!

Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich

This Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich is the perfect keto lunch! This keto sandwich is a great low carb recipe for one of my ultimate comfort foods- a tuna melt! This Keto Tuna Melt is super cheesy, satisfying and incredibly delicious. I love the simple flavors of a tuna melt and this recipe definitely delivered!

I added my Keto Tuna Salad to these amazing Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles to create this recipe. The result was a high protein sandwich that completely cured my tuna melt craving! This keto tuna melt will keep you going all day long with over 40 grams of protein, too. You can enjoy this delicious sandwich for only 6.8 net carbs! This inexpensive sandwich helps make the most of your grocery budget, and it’s easy to meal prep, too!

What is a Chaffle?

A chaffle is a “cheese waffle”- it’s a great substitute for bread in any keto sandwich! I love chaffles because they are incredibly versatile and delicious. All you need to make them is a Mini Waffle Maker! You can use chaffles instead of bread, like on this Keto Turkey Club Sandwich, Chicken Bacon Ranch Chaffle or this Jalapeno Popper Burger. You can also make them for breakfast, like these Bacon Cheddar Chaffles, Sausage Jalapeno Chaffles or a Breakfast Chaffle Bowl.

Sweet chaffles are delicious, too! Some of my favorites are Cream Cheese Chaffles, Blueberry Chaffles or Cinnamon Roll Chaffles. Pepperoni Pizza Chaffles, Keto BBQ Stacks or Keto Chili Cheese Chaffles are some of my go-to recipes for a keto lunch. If you have a Waffle Bowl Maker, you can prepare a Chaffle Bowl to make these Taco Chaffle Bowls or a Keto Salad Bowl! For more information about chaffles, like how to prepare them, freeze them or different recipes, check out Everything You Need to Know about Chaffles.

Ingredients in this Keto Tuna Melt

As always, here is a quick overview of the ingredients used in our Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich. For the complete recipe, just scroll to the bottom of the page.

Tuna Salad:

Tuna, mayonnaise
Celery, red onion, relish, dijon mustard
Lemon juice, chives, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, thyme

Keto bread:

Classic Chaffles or Garlic Bread Chaffles– if using the garlic bread recipe, skip the step of adding the butter and cheese and broiling.
Tomato, provolone cheese

How to make a Tuna Melt

You can enjoy this keto sandwich in only 3 easy steps!

Mix together your keto tuna salad ingredients.
Add your tuna salad on top of your chaffle. Top with tomato and cheese.
Put your sandwich under your broiler or in the Air Fryer. Warm until the cheese is melted and serve!

Tips for the Best Tuna Melt

If you aren’t a huge fan of tuna, try this Keto Chicken Salad instead!
I really enjoyed the flavor of the Garlic Bread Chaffles, but if you want a taste that is more similar to traditional bread, try a Classic Keto Chaffle.
You can add a second chaffle to this sandwich, or you can leave it as an open faced sandwich. Whatever you prefer.
If you don’t like provolone, try cheddar, swiss or mozzarella!

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Yield: 1 sandwich

Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich

This Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich is the perfect keto comfort food. Cheesy, full of protein, and under 7 net carbs!

Ingredients

Tuna Salad (makes 4 servings)

11 ounces tuna
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup celery
2 tablespoons red onion
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon thyme

Sandwich

2 chaffles (Link to Garlic Bread Chaffles or Basic Chaffles in notes)
2 slices tomato
1 slice provolone cheese

Instructions

Mix together your tuna salad ingredients until well combined.
Scoop about 1/3 cup of tuna salad onto a chaffle, then top with 2 slices of tomato and a slice of cheese.
Place the open faced tuna salad sandwich under the broiler or in the oven or air fryer. Warm until cheese is melted and bubbling. Serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition value below is calculated using two Garlic Bread Chaffles, recipe here: https://thebestketorecipes.com/keto-garlic-bread-chaffles/

If you use the Basic Chaffle recipe (https://thebestketorecipes.com/basic-keto-chaffle-recipe/) instead, your nutritional values are as follows:

Calories: 621 grams Total Fat: 42.7 grams Cholesterol: 281.7 milligrams Sodium: 1263.7 milligrams Carbohydrates: 8.1 grams Fiber: 1.4 grams Sugar: 2.6 grams Protein: 43.4 grams Net Carbs: 6.7 grams

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1 sandwich (using 2 garlic bread chaffles)
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 503Total Fat: 27.8gCholesterol: 250.9mgSodium: 1382.6mgCarbohydrates: 9.6gNet Carbohydrates: 6.8gFiber: 2.8gSugar: 1.6gProtein: 43.6g

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Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles

Annie — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:00:21 +0000

These Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles are perfect with a low-carb soup! For just 2.4 net carbs per chaffle, you’ll want this cheesy, gluten-free garlic bread with every meal!

Garlic Bread Chaffles

Chaffles are one of my favorite ways to enjoy keto bread- they’re super satisfying without breaking my keto diet. And since I knew I wanted to make this Spaghetti Squash Lasagna for dinner this week, I thought we would need some garlic bread to go with it! So I made these Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles. These chaffles are SO good- they’re a mix on my Basic Keto Chaffles.

You’re going to take a classic chaffle recipe and heavily season it so you really get an Italian taste. After you make the chaffles, you’re going to add garlic butter and cheese to the top and broil them (or use your Air Fryer) to get these Garlic Bread Chaffles perfectly cheesy and crispy!

These Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles are going to become your next go-to for an Italian night (for awesome dinner ideas, check out these Keto Italian Recipes!). They’re deliciously crispy, buttery and are seasoned perfectly so that you forget you’re eating a keto version of your favorite garlic bread!

Chaffles are a huge part of my keto diet- you can make them sweet or savory, so they’re great for whatever mood you’re in, and these Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles are no exception! You can make these ahead of time and freeze them, so you’ll always have a great low carb garlic bread on hand!

Ingredients in Keto Garlic Bread

As always, here is a quick overview of the ingredients used in our Keto Garlic Bread recipe. For the complete recipe, just scroll to the bottom of the page.

Eggs, mozzarella, almond flour
Baking powder, Italian seasoning
Grated garlic (or garlic powder), salt, pepper
Mozzarella, butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning

How do I make this Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe?

This easy keto recipe is ready in only 3 simple steps!

Mix together all of the chaffle ingredients. Melt your butter and combine with the Italian seasoning and garlic powder and set to the side.
Fill up your warmed mini waffle maker 2/3 full with batter and allow the chaffle to cook until there is no longer steam coming from the waffle iron- about 3-5 minutes. Repeat with the rest of your batter.
Brush the chaffles with the garlic butter mixture and top with remaining cheese. You can either broil, bake or Air Fryer your chaffles until the cheese is bubbly.

Can I freeze chaffles?

Yes, you can freeze these chaffles, but I would recommend doing so before you add the toppings. So when you go to reheat this recipe, you can warm in any of the ways listed below and then follow the steps to add the cheesy topping. Allow your chaffles to thaw (overnight in the fridge or about 30 minutes on the counter) before warming.

How do you reheat Chaffles?

I don’t recommend warming in the microwave- the chaffles will get soggy. You can warm your chaffles up in the following ways:

Air Fryer – This is the crispiest way; Heat to 300 degrees F and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Waffle Maker – Preheat the waffle maker, pop the chaffle in, and close the maker for about a minute.
Toaster – Just like you would toast bread, place the chaffle in and let it toast for 30 seconds or so.
Oven/Toaster Oven – Warm oven to 350 degrees F and cook 4-5 minutes.
Stovetop – Heat a dry pan to medium and cook 1 minute on each side.

Tips for the Best Gluten Free Garlic Bread

Depending on how you like your garlic bread, you may want to just bake or Air Fry your chaffles instead of broiling them. If you broil them, your cheese will get bubbly and melty- it will also brown up, so if you prefer just bubbly cheese, I wouldn’t recommend broiling.
Don’t skip the extra step of adding the butter mixture to the chaffle- this gives it a ton of that signature Italian flavor you expect from garlic bread!
Add fresh herbs for a great topping! Parsley or basil would both be delicious with this keto bread

What should I serve with this Cheesy Garlic Bread?

This keto garlic bread could seriously go with anything. Some of my favorite are this Garlic Butter Chicken and Mushrooms, Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Brussels Sprouts, Zucchini Lasagna or One Pan Lemon Parmesan Chicken. I also think these chaffles would really go well with Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin, Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken or Keto Chicken Parmesan.

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Yield: 6 Chaffles

Keto Garlic Bread Chaffle

These Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles are perfect with a low-carb soup! For just 2.4 net carbs per chaffle, you'll want this cheesy, gluten-free garlic bread with every meal!

Cook Time 3 minutes

Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients

Keto Garlic Bread

3 eggs
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon grated garlic (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Cheesy Bread Toppings

1 cup of shredded mozzarella
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

Mix all of your chaffle ingredients together until well combined while the mini waffle maker warms up. Melt butter and mix with the Italian seasoning and garlic powder, then set aside.
Fill up the waffle maker 2/3rd full, then close it and allow it to cook until all the steam has stopped coming out (3-5 minutes). Remove the chaffle, then continue until the batter is gone.
Once all chaffles are cooked, brush them all with the garlic butter mixture. Top them with the remaining cheese and either broil, bake, or air fryer until the cheese is bubbly.

Notes

Nutrition value below includes the garlic butter and cheese topping. The nutrition value for JUST the chaffle is as follows:

Calories: 93 grams Total Fat: 3.3 grams Cholesterol: 96.4 milligrams Sodium: 273.6 milligrams Carbohydrates: 2.9 grams Fiber: 0.9 grams Sugar: 0.6 grams Protein: 9.9 grams Net Carbs: 2 grams

Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

Maggie Mayoza — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:00:03 +0000

This Supreme Pizza Quesadilla is loaded with all your favorite classic pizza toppings! A low-carb tortilla keeps this recipe perfect for a pizza craving while on keto!

Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

This Supreme Pizza Quesadilla is such an easy, comforting meal! It’s ready in about 10 minutes, and everyone in the house can customize the way they see fit. Under 8 net carbs for each quesadilla, you’ll love being able to enjoy your favorite pizza inside a buttery, crispy tortilla!

Interested in lowering the carbs even more? You can use Keto Zucchini Tortillas or even cheese wraps to make this a super low-carb Keto Quesadilla. This makes it possible to make this meal gluten-free, grain-free, lactose free (if using lactose-free cheese and Folio cheese wraps), and low carb!

This quesadilla is freezable and great for meal prepping, too. It’s so tempting to order a pizza on those busy weeknights, but having these Supreme Pizza Quesadillas in the freezer and ready to reheat makes it SO much easier to stick to your low-carb lifestyle!

What is on a Supreme Pizza?

Traditionally, a Supreme Pizza includes pepperoni, Italian sausage, bell peppers, red onions, mozzarella, and sometimes olives. I left the olives off of mine to match my favorite local Supreme Pizza, but it would also be great to add them!

How to make a pizza quesadilla

This recipe is SO easy! Butter a tortilla on one side, then lay it flat on a warm skillet. Top it with all the fillings and wait for the tortilla to become golden brown and the cheese to melt. Fold one side over the fillings and flip, then continue cooking until both sides are beautifully browned.

Are tortillas keto?

Regular tortillas are not keto-friendly, and most are not gluten-free. Luckily, there are other options! Low carb tortillas (like Mission Carb Balance tortillas) have the same flour tortilla taste and texture with way fewer carbs! The nutritional information in the printable recipe card below was calculated using a Mission Carb Balance tortilla.

Unfortunately, those low-carb tortillas are not gluten-free, and they won’t work for people who calculate total carbs vs. net carbs. To reduce the carbs even further, you can meal prep and use these Keto Zucchini Tortillas! The large ones are just 2.4 net carbs (2.8 total carbs) and are gluten-free + grain free! For even fewer carbs, make a Keto Quesadilla using cheese wraps instead!

Can you make a quesadilla in an air fryer?

Yes, quesadillas are delicious in the air fryer! You can easily make this quesadilla in the air fryer with about 10 minutes of cooking at 370 degrees. For more details (and another delicious quesadilla recipe), check this post about Air Fryer Quesadillas.

Can you freeze quesadillas?

Yes, quesadillas can be frozen either before or after cooking! If you want to still cook it fresh, you can assemble the pizza quesadilla and wrap tightly multiple times with plastic wrap. Store in a freezer bag, and it’ll last about 3 months before the texture of the tortilla begins to change.

If you’ve already cooked the quesadilla, first allow it to cool completely, then wrap tightly multiple times with plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag. Read below for reheating instructions!

How to store and reheat a quesadilla

Quesadillas are best fresh, but you can easily store these in the fridge for later if you’d like! Allow your quesadilla to cool down, then store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days. For freezer instructions, see the section above.

To reheat, you can use the microwave, skillet, oven, or air fryer. Depending on your preferences and whether you quesadilla was refrigerated or frozen, some methods may work better than others.

Microwave – Quickest method, least crispy;
reheat in 30-45 second bursts until cheesy is bubbly and fillings are warm.
Skillet – Quick, crispy;
cover and reheat in a medium-low skillet 4-5 minutes on each side. Covering helps the filling warm up quicker so that the tortillas don’t overcook.
Air Fryer – Quick, crispy;
Reheat at 300 degrees F for 5-6 minutes. Check to make sure the tortillas aren’t getting too crispy.
Oven – Slowest method, crispy;
cover and reheat in a 350 degree F oven for about 10 minutes. In the last 4-5 minutes, remove cover and allow the tortilla to crisp up.

What to serve with a Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

An easy side dish to serve with your Pizza Quesadilla is a Simple Arugula Salad with Parmesan or possibly a cute little Keto Salad Bowl. Some fun sides to also dip in the marinara could be Keto Mozzarella Sticks, Spinach and Cheese Bites, or Cheesy Keto Breadsticks! Adding a bowl of Homemade Pesto Sauce gives another great low-carb dipping option. Instant Pot Artichokes with a tasty butter sauce would be perfect, too!

More Keto Pizza Recipes

Air Fryer Zucchini Pizza Bites – 5 net carbs
How to make a Pizza Chaffle – 1.8 net carbs
Keto Pizza Bagels – 4.6 net carbs
Keto Pizza Skillet – 5.9 net carbs

Want more? Check out this list of 15+ Keto Pizza Recipes! On a chaffle, in a soup, stuffed in vegetables, made into bite-size puffs, enjoyed with a crispy crust… So many ways to have Pizza Night without the carbs!

Yield: 1

Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

This Supreme Pizza Quesadilla is loaded with all your favorite classic pizza toppings! A low-carb tortilla keeps this recipe perfect for a pizza craving while on keto!

Cook Time 3 minutes

Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients

1 large tortilla (low carb), lightly buttered or oiled
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
6-8 pepperoni slices (depending on if you use small or large)
1/4 cup Italian sausage, cooked
2 tablespoons chopped bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1-2 tablespoons low-carb marinara

Instructions

Heat a skillet to medium heat. Once warm, add a tortilla (butter side down).
Top the tortilla with meat, vegetables, cheese, and marinara.
Cook the tortilla 2-3 minutes until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Fold one side of the tortilla over the filling and flip.
When both sides are golden brown, remove from skillet, slice, and serve with warm marinara sauce.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1 Quesadilla (nutrition calculated with a Mission Carb Balance tortilla)
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 371Total Fat: 25.5gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 1214.7mgCarbohydrates: 23.8gNet Carbohydrates: 7.5gFiber: 16.3gSugar: 2.3gProtein: 23.9g

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How to Make a Pizza Chaffle (easy keto pizza!)

Annie — Tue, 24 May 2022 11:00:48 +0000

Learn how to make a Pizza Chaffle! This quick and easy keto pizza recipe is perfect for lunches or busy weeknights! Each low carb pizza has just 1.8 net carbs!

Pizza Chaffle

Chaffles are a beloved part of our low carb lifestyle. If you are new here you might not be aware, but the term “chaffle” is basically a cheese waffle. To make a chaffle you combine a few basic ingredients such as almond flour, egg and shredded cheese and they magically make crispy on the outside, soft on the inside perfect waffles!

These amazing keto waffles also make the perfect base for keto pizza! You can make these Pizza Chaffles with your favorite pizza toppings in a matter of minutes. Also, check out my tips below for easy ways to meal prep this recipe! For more great chaffle recipes, go to Everything You Need to Know about Chaffles!

Ingredients for Pizza Chaffles

As always, this is a quick overview of the ingredients you need for this recipe. To get the complete, printable recipe just keep scrolling. To make easy keto pizza you will need:

Chaffles: this recipe uses my basic chaffle recipe. You will also find the recipe below, but it includes ingredients like shredded cheese, almond flour, eggs, and baking powder.
Pizza sauce or Marinara: to keep the carbs in check you will need to look for a sugar free variety such as Rao’s.
Pizza Toppings: for this recipe I used shredded mozzarella, pepperoni and Italian seasoning. However, you can add any veggies, proteins or cheeses you wish!

How to Make a Pizza Chaffle

Top a fresh or meal prepped chaffle (tips below!) with low carb pizza sauce and toppings.
Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly, or air fry at 350 degrees for 4-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.

What kind of waffle maker do I use?

You can make chaffles in any waffle maker, but I prefer this Dash Mini Waffle Maker. It’s the perfect size for sandwiches these cute mini pizzas! This recipe makes 6 chaffles for this size–If you make larger chaffles, prepare to get fewer chaffles and have a longer cooking time.

Meal Prep Tips

Make these chaffles (or a double batch!) ahead of time and store them in the fridge for easy meals, or freeze to use later. To store these waffles for later allow them to cool completely on a wire rack and store in an air tight container. These chaffles will stay good up to 5 days if stored properly.

To freeze chaffles allow them to cool completely. Then place them in a freezer bag with parchment paper in between to avoid sticking. When ready to eat pop them in the toaster oven or air fryer in 30 second increments or allow them to thaw at room temperature before adding your pizza toppings.

Other Pizza Toppings

Some other great low carb pizza toppings include Italian sausage, prosciutto, ham, grilled chicken and bacon. Some of my favorite pizza veggies are spinach, bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, olives and mushrooms! You can also switch up the cheeses by using feta, asiago, parmesan and provolone. Mix it up! Make these your own!

More Chaffle Recipes:

Ham and Cheese Chaffles – a great breakfast and only 1.2 net carbs each.
Bacon Cheddar Chaffles – 2.2 net carbs each
Pepperoni Pizza Chaffles – the perfect keto appetizer and only 2 net carbs each.
Sausage Jalapeno Chaffles – 1.8 net carbs each

Yield: 6

How to Make a Pizza Chaffle (easy keto pizza!)

Learn how to make a Pizza Chaffle! This quick and easy keto pizza recipe is perfect for lunches or busy weeknights! Each low carb pizza has just 1.8 net carbs!

Ingredients

Chaffle Ingredients (pizza base - makes 6)

3 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheese (any variety or mixture)
1/4 cup almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Pizza Toppings

6 tablespoons low carb pizza sauce (1 tablespoon each)
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella (2 tablespoons each)
18 pepperoni slices (3 each)
Italian seasoning to taste

Instructions

To make the Chaffles:

Combine the eggs, shredded cheese, almond flour and baking powder in a small bowl and mix well.
Preheat a waffle maker according to the directions and lightly spray with cooking oil if needed.
Spoon the batter into the waffle maker and cook 2-3 minutes until steam is no longer coming from the machine.
This recipe makes 6 chaffles using the Dash Mini Waffle Maker.

For the Pizza

Top a fresh or meal prepped chaffle (tips below!) with low carb pizza sauce and toppings.
Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly, or air fry at 350 degrees for 4-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1 Mini Pizza
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 141Total Fat: 5.1gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 360mgCarbohydrates: 2.7gNet Carbohydrates: 1.8gFiber: 0.9gSugar: 1.1gProtein: 14g

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Easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

Annie — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:00:08 +0000

This easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast is a one pan, 30 minute meal! This keto friendly chicken recipe is great with roasted vegetables and reheats well for weekly meal prep!

Bacon Wrapped Chicken

These easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breasts are the answer to dry, boring chicken! This is a one pan, 30 minute dish that pairs well with just about anything! This chicken is rubbed in a savory spice mixture, wrapped in bacon, pan seared then baked until it is perfectly juicy and the bacon is nice and crisp.

Ingredients for Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Chicken: I used chicken breast that were sliced lengthwise to make them smaller and more uniform in size.
Bacon: thin or thick cut bacon will work. Just be mindful, if you use the thick cut bacon, you need to gently stretch it to prevent it from shrinking too much and help it to cook more evenly.
Spices: chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper

How to cook chicken breast wrapped in bacon?

Combine the spices and rub both sides of the chicken breast so they are completely covered.
Take a piece of bacon and carefully stretch it. This helps the bacon cook evenly and reduces how much it will shrink as it cooks. Carefully wrap it around the chicken.
Heat a skillet to medium heat and sear the bacon wrapped chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side. Move the chicken to the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes until it reaches 165 degrees F. Check the temperature using a meat thermometer.

Tips for the Best Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Cut the chicken: Chicken breast are often quite large, making them very difficult to cook all the way through without drying out. The answer is to take a very sharp knife and cut lengthwise, like you are butterflying, but actually cut all the way through. This gives you two thinner sections of chicken that will cook evenly.
Apply the spices evenly: Be sure you rub the spices all over the chicken so each bite is packed with flavor!
Stretch the bacon: if using thick cut bacon, stretch it gently before wrapping the chicken. This prevents it from shrinking too much and unraveling.

Can I make Bacon Wrapped Chicken in the Air Fryer?

Of course! Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F. Prepare the chicken with the spice mixture and bacon. Instead of pan searing, place the bacon wrapped chicken in the air fryer, seam side down and fry 10 minutes. Check the internal temperature of the chicken and fry in additional 5 minute increments until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

How to Store and Reheat Bacon Wrapped Chicken

To store this bacon chicken, place into a plastic or glass container in an airtight lid and store in the fridge. This chicken will stay fresh in the fridge for up to four days. To reheat, you can either warm in the microwave in thirty second increments or in a skillet on the stovetop. If you warm on the stove, your bacon will crisp up nicely.

How to make Avocado Salsa

While you don’t have to serve this chicken with this avocado salsa, it is plenty delicious on it’s own! This salsa is a great companion for this easy chicken dish! To make avocado salsa you will need avocados, tomatoes, lime juice, cilantro or green onions. I’ve included the complete recipe with the chicken below.

What to serve with Bacon Chicken Breast

Yield: 4

Easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

This easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast is a one pan, 30 minute meal! This keto friendly chicken recipe is great with roasted vegetables and reheats well for weekly meal prep!

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

4 (4 ounce) chicken breast* (this would be two large chicken breast cut lengthwise to make two smaller, thinner breast)
4 slices bacon*
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine the spices in a small bowl. Generously rub both sides of the chicken breast in the spices so they are completely covered.
Take a piece of bacon and carefully stretch it as far as you can without breaking it. This helps the bacon cook evenly and reduces how much it will shrink as it cooks. After stretching the bacon carefully wrap it around the chicken. If you are using large breasts this will likely take two slices, if you are using small breast it only require one.
Heat a skillet to medium heat and sear the bacon wrapped chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side.
Move the chicken to the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes, or until it reaches 165 degrees F using a meat thermometer.

Notes

Air Fryer Instructions:

See the post above for air fryer instructions.

Optional Avocado Salsa: Net carbs (2.2)

1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup chopped avocado (about 1 large)
1-2 tablespoons green onions OR cilantro (personal preference)
1 teaspoon lime juice (add more based on your personal preference)
salt and pepper to taste

Nutritional information for Avocado Salsa:

Serving size: roughly 1/2 cup. Net carbs: 2.2

Calories: 104, Total Fat: 8.2, Total Carb: 6.6, Fiber: 4.4, Sugars: 1.3, Protein: 1.3

Keto Bacon Cheeseburger

Annie — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 12:00:54 +0000

Enjoy a juicy Keto Bacon Cheeseburger for under 7 net carbs! This low carb burger recipe can be made on the grill, in a skillet or in an air fryer!

Did you think you had to give up a good, classic juicy Bacon Cheeseburger when you started a low carb diet? Good news! You can still enjoy a delicious burger on a keto! This Keto Bacon Cheeseburger features an ultra juicy burger, crispy bacon, cold crisp lettuce and tomato on a soft, fluffy chaffle bun!

Pair this burger with some of our favorite low carb side dishes like salty Keto Fries, Crispy Zucchini fries or Air Fryer Green Bean Fries. Seriously, this is a low carb dinner you cannot miss!

Ingredients for a Keto Bacon Cheeseburger

Chaffles: eggs, cheddar, almond flour and baking powder.
Ground Beef: 80/20 makes a great, juicy burger, but you can use whatever cut you prefer.
Bacon: thick cut bacon, of course!
Cheese: cheddar, colby, American, provolone or whatever you prefer.
Worcestershire sauce: adds great zing to the burgers
Garlic: minced garlic
Salt and pepper

How to Make a Juicy Burger

For this burger I recommend an 80/20 cut of ground beef. This ensures the burger is good and juicy, and never dry. You will also need Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt and pepper to make an ultra flavorful burger.

Simply combine the meat, sauce, garlic, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl and combine with your hands, being sure that you really work in the seasonings evenly. Split the mixture into three 1/3 pound patties. Use a burger press, your hands, or place the balls of meat between parchment paper and pat out evenly to about 1/2 inch thick. Season the outside of the burger with salt and pepper.

You can cook these burgers on the grill, in an air fryer, or in the skillet. You will find directions for all of these methods below:

How to grill a burger:

Heat a grill to high heat (400 degrees F). Place the prepared burger patties directly on clean, preheated grill grates. Cook 4 minutes, flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes. Check the patty for your desired doneness, add cheese and remove from the grill.

How to cook a burger in a cast iron skillet:

Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. When the skillet is hot, add 1 tablespoon salted butter and tilt the pan so the butter covers the bottom of the pan. Add the prepared patties to the pan and cook 3-4 minutes and flip when the burger is nicely browned on the bottom. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes until it has reached your desired tenderness. Add the cheese to the patties and remove the skillet from the heat. Let the patties sit in the skillet an additional minute to melt the cheese.

Can I make a cheeseburger in an air fryer?

Absolutely! We love air fryer burgers! Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees. Add the burger patties to the preheated air fryer and fry 5 minutes, flip and fry an additional 5-6 minutes. When the burger has reached your desired doneness add the cheese and close the air fryer. The heat will melt the cheese perfectly.

What temperature should a hamburger be cooked to?

When in doubt, use a meat thermometer. The USDA recommends an internal temperature of 160 degrees F for ground beef. This is the temperature that should destroy any bacteria that could be harmful.

How do I know when a burger is done?

Ultimately, all of my recipe times are to be used as guidelines. The exact cooking time will depend on how you like your burger, the type of equipment you are cooking on, how hot your grill or oven heats things, and how thick your patty is. Watch the burgers closely and remove them from the heat when they have reached your preferred temp.

How do you make a keto bun?

I use chaffles, also known as cheese waffles, for the buns. These are so quick and easy! You just need eggs, almond flour, cheese and baking powder. I prefer these to other types of keto bread for a bun because they are soft, fluffy and do not require much prep work.

To make a chaffle, combine the eggs, almond flour, shredded cheese and baking powder to make a thick batter. Add the batter to a preheated mini waffle maker and cook for 3 minutes, or until the steam stops.

What toppings can I add to a keto burger?

The great news is most of the things you probably enjoy on a burger are already keto-friendly.

Lettuce: any variety, I love romaine or iceberg for crunch.
Tomato: tomatoes do contain carbs, so just use in moderation.
Red Onion or Grilled Onions: also contains carbs, so use in moderation.
Pickle: also makes a great keto-friendly snack option!
Bacon: crispy thin or thick cut bacon.
Cheese: any variety you prefer.
Jalapeños: fresh, sautéed or grilled peppers, or pickled jalapeños.
Fried Egg: always keto-friendly.
Condiments: mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup (be sure you look for a sugar free variety)

Keto Beef Recipes

Yield: 3

Keto Bacon Cheeseburger

Enjoy a juicy Keto Bacon Cheeseburger for under 7 net carbs! This low carb burger recipe can be made on the grill, in a skillet or in an air fryer!

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

Chaffle Buns

3 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

For the Burgers

80/20 Ground Beef
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Burger Toppings

3 slices cheese (any variety)
6 slices thick cut bacon
6 lettuce leaves, romaine or iceberg
3 tomato slices
1/8 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

For the Chaffle Buns

Combine the eggs, shredded cheese, almond flour, baking powder in a mixing bowl until a thick batter forms.

Heat a mini waffle maker according to the directions. Pour the batter in the waffle maker (a scant 1/4 cup) be sure not to overfill (recipe makes 6 waffles).

Cook the waffles about 3 minutes, or until steam stops emitting.

For the Burgers

Combine the beef, sauce, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl until the seasonings have been worked in well. Divide the mixture into 3 equal portions.

Use a burger press, or place the patties between parchement paper and flatten until it is about 1/2 inch thick.

Season the outside of the burger with additional salt and pepper (or seasoned salt).

How to grill a burger:
Heat a grill to high heat (400 degrees F). Place the prepared burger patties directly on clean, preheated grill grates. Cook 4 minutes, flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes. Check the patty for your desired doneness, add cheese and remove from the grill.

How to cook a burger in a cast iron skillet:
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. When the skillet is hot add 1 tablespoon salted butter and tilt the pan so the butter covers the bottom of the pan. Add the prepared patties to the pan and cook 3-4 minutes, flip when the burger is nicely browned on the bottom. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes until it has reached your desired tenderness. Add the cheese to the patties, and remove the skillet from the heat. Let the patties sit in the skillet an additional minute to melt the cheese.

Can I make a cheeseburger in an air fryer?
Absolutely! We love air fryer burgers! Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees. Add the burger patties to the preheated air fryer and fry 5 minutes, flip and fry an additional 5-6 minutes. When the burger has reached your desired doneness add the cheese and close the air fryer. The heat will melt the cheese perfectly.

To Assemble the Burgers:

Layer the cooked burger patty, cheese, crisp bacon, vegetables on the chaffle buns and enjoy!

Notes

The cooking times listed are a guide:

When in doubt, use a meat thermometer. The USDA recommends an internal temperature of 160 degrees F for ground beef. This is the temperature that should destroy any bacteria that could be harmful.

Keto Coconut Shrimp

Maggie Mayoza — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:15:45 +0000

This delicious Keto Coconut Shrimp will quickly join your low-carb dinner rotation! This low-carb seafood dinner can be cooked in 30 minutes or less on the stove, in the oven, or in an Air Fryer!

You may think that keeping a keto diet means you have to give up all your favorite breaded foods (like chicken tenders, mozzarella sticks, or breaded shrimp). Fortunately, I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to miss a thing! With a few changes, you can still enjoy these classics while staying low-carb. For more great ideas for great breadcrumb food, check out Everything You Need to Know about Pork Rind Panko!

This Keto Coconut Shrimp is such an easy, go-to meal! It’s quick enough for a weeknight and is SO flexible… It can be prepared in the Air Fryer, on the stove, or in the oven! I love when I don’t have to worry about trying to cook my main course and my sides in the same appliance!

All ingredients used are simple and easy to find, making this a perfect last-minute meal! Plus, this recipe is naturally grain-free and gluten-free. This low-carb seafood dinner is going to become a favorite!

Ingredients for Keto Coconut Shrimp

As always, this is a quick overview of the ingredients you will need for this recipe. To get the complete recipe and instructions just keep scrolling.

Large Shrimp: I use the 24/pound peeled and deveined shrimp, thawed
Coconut Flour: Almond flour can be substituted equally in this recipe.
Eggs: used to help the breading stick to the shrimp.
Chili Garlic Sauce: adds amazing flavor, and is a great option for dipping sauce.
Pork Rind Panko: you can find that recipe here, or if not keto you can use regular panko breadcrumbs.
Unsweetened coconut flakes: for keto sweetened coconut flakes have too many carbs, we will have to sweeten the coconut with a keto-friendly sweetener.
Confectioners Monkfruit: this is a keto-friendly sweetener; Swerve will also work.
Spices: garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and cayenne if desired.

How do you make Keto Shrimp?

This recipe takes a tiny bit more prep than most of my recipes, but stick with me–The result is amazing! You will need three separate bowls to bread the shrimp:

Bowl 1: Combine the coconut flour, salt and pepper.
Bowl 2: Combine the eggs and chili garlic sauce.
Bowl 3: Combine the pork rind panko, coconut flakes, sweetener and spices.

Roll the shrimp in each bowl, using your fingers, a fork or tongs to make this easy. Set the breaded shrimp on a baking sheet or cutting board as you work.

When all the shrimp have been breaded, heat the oil to medium heat and fry 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set on a paper towel lined plate. Serve immediately with the dipping sauce if desired.

Can I Bake Coconut Shrimp?

Yes, if you wish to bake coconut shrimp, preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Bread the shrimp as directed, then place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Spray the tops of the shrimp with cooking spray. Bake the shrimp for 8 minutes, flip and bake the shrimp an additional 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

How do you make Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp?

Preheat the Air Fryer to 375 degrees for 3 minutes. Add the coconut shrimp in a single layer to the air fryer, this will likely take several batches. Spray the tops of the shrimp with cooking oil. Cook the shrimp 3 minutes, flip and spray that side with oil if needed, cook an additional 3 minutes.

Can I meal prep this recipe?

Because shrimp can become overcooked so easily, I don’t recommend cooking this meal beforehand, then reheating to serve. If you want to bread the shrimp ahead of time, you could do this up to 24 hours before cooking. You could also bread the shrimp then freeze for a great keto freezer meal!

To freeze, place the breaded, uncooked shrimp on a baking sheet in a single layer (not touching) and freeze for two hours. Once frozen, store in a freezer bag, write the cooking instructions, and keep frozen up to six months. This makes it a great non-casserole option if you’re helping stock a freezer for a new mom or struggling family member!

How should I reheat breaded shrimp?

If you have leftovers, they can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. The best way to reheat crispy breaded shrimp is to use the oven or an air fryer. Preheat to 350 degrees F and cook covered about 10 minutes (oven) or uncovered 3-4 minutes (air fryer).

If you have have frozen your uncooked, breaded shrimp, you can cook them straight from frozen! Just choose your cooking method and add 2-5 minutes – check frequently to see if they are finished. If you allow the frozen shrimp to thaw before cooking, the breading may slide off, so I don’t highly recommend it.

Other Keto Seafood Recipes:

Yield: 4

Keto Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce

This delicious Keto Coconut Shrimp will quickly join your low-carb dinner rotation! This low-carb seafood dinner can be cooked in 30 minutes or less on the stove, in the oven, or in an Air Fryer!

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (my bag was 24/pound)

Bowl 1

1/4 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Bowl 2

2 large eggs
1 tablespoon sweet chili garlic sauce

Bowl 3

3/4 cup pork rind panko
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes*
1 1/2 tablespoon confectioners monkfruit
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (if desired)
You will also need oil for frying. You can use vegetable, canola, or avocado oil.

Instructions

You will need three separate bowls to bread the shrimp:

Bowl 1: Combine the coconut flour, salt and pepper.
Bowl 2: Combine the eggs and chili garlic sauce.
Bowl 3: Combine the pork rind panko, coconut flakes, sweetener and spices.

Roll the shrimp in each bowl, using your fingers, a fork or tongs to make this easy. Set the breaded shrimp on a baking sheet or cutting board as you work.
When ready to fry add about 1 inch of oil to a large skillet. Heat the oil over medium heat and fry 2-3 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown on both sides.
Remove from the skillet and set on a paper towel lined plate.

Notes

Refer to post for air fryer and oven directions.

Easy Keto Mozzarella Sticks

Annie — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 19:35:33 +0000

These easy Keto Mozzarella Sticks are covered in an ultra crispy crust and fried to perfection! You can easily enjoy two mozzarella sticks for just 1.8 net carbs.

With its wonderfully stringy texture and mild, creamy taste, mozzarella has got to be one of the best cheeses!

These low-carb mozzarella sticks coated in crispy almond flour and pork rind panko are indistinguishable from the indulgent party food we all know and love.

Fried to perfection, Keto Mozzarella Sticks are bound to be a hit with your dinner party guests or on the buffet. Pair them with a tasty low-carb marinara sauce for an extra dimension of flavor.

Being keto-friendly and naturally gluten free means these mozzarella sticks are the ideal option to suit a variety of dietary needs at your next party or dinner.

Are Mozzarella Sticks Keto?

Absolutely! In fact, mozzarella sticks are one of the easiest dishes out there to make keto. Simply switch regular flour and breadcrumbs with keto-friendly substitutes like almond flour and pork rind panko.

Swapping for low-carb versions of these ingredients won’t make any difference to the final result, so you can continue to enjoy everyone’s favorite party snack in all its crispy and creamy glory!

Ingredients for Keto Mozzarella Sticks

To make these low-carb mozzarella sticks without bread crumbs, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Mozzarella sticks
Eggs
Almond flour
Pork rind panko
Spices: garlic salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, parsley
Low-carb marinara
Oil for frying

Is Marinara Sauce Keto Friendly?

Generally not, as most brands add too much sugar to the sauce to fit within a low-carb diet. However, nowadays there are some great keto options available. For example, Rao’s do a lovely marinara sauce containing minimal sugar and net carbs.

How to Make Keto Mozzarella Sticks

Never made mozzarella sticks before? Don’t worry, it’s easy! Here’s an overview of how to make mozzarella sticks without bread crumbs:

First, you’ll need to prepare three bowls. One with a mixture of almond flour, garlic powder and garlic salt. one with the beaten eggs. And one with the pork rind panko, parsley and Italian seasoning.
Slice the cheese sticks in half.
Roll the cheese sticks in the almond flour mixture, then the egg, and finally the pork rind panko.
Place each breaded cheesestick on a cookie sheet and place in the freezer. Freeze at least 2 hours.
When ready to cook, add enough oil to cover 2 inches of a small pot to medium heat.
Cook 2-3 keto cheese sticks at a time, using tongs to rotate. Cook 3-4 minutes until the outside has browned.

Can Mozzarella Sticks Be Made in an Air Fryer?

Yes! To make keto air fryer mozzarella sticks, do the following:

Preheat your air fryer to 390 degrees F.
Add the frozen cheese sticks to the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
Cook 5 minutes.

Dipping Sauces for Mozzarella Sticks

Not a fan of marinara? No problem! These keto cheese sticks are equally as delicious on their own or with another dipping sauce of your choice — sweet chili is a popular accompaniment for mozzarella sticks.

Or, you could serve up your mozzarella sticks with a gorgeous homemade dip. For an extra kick, give this Jalapeño Ranch Dip a try.

What Goes With Mozzarella Sticks?

Keto mozzarella sticks make the perfect appetizer, but are also great served with a fresh salad. Here are some suggestions of what to serve with mozzarella sticks:

Tips for the Best Low-Carb Mozzarella Sticks

When dipping the cheese sticks into the coatings, use your fingers to press the mixture tightly to the cheese. Make sure each cheese stick is covered completely.
You can also dip each cheese stick in the egg and back into the pork rind panko mixture if you need to cover them better.
You must freeze the mozzarella sticks prior to frying them. This ensures that the keto breading stays put and doesn’t slide off and burn.

More Easy Keto Appetizers:

Whether you’re planning a party, a meal with friends or family or even fancy some inspiration for your own lunches, here are a few of my favorite keto-friendly appetizers!

These Keto Pepperoni Pizza Bites are another perfect finger food for your next party!
Why not try out some Air Fryer Buffalo Wings? Ultra-crispy with no breading, these wings make the ideal low carb game day snack.
No buffet is complete without dips, and at under 4 net carbs per portion, this creamy Tzatziki is the perfect companion for fresh veggies, meats or chips.
Crispy Green Bean Fries can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or snack. Serve with low-carb ranch for a real treat!
No one can resist these Keto Breadsticks! They’re made with zucchini, and I have a secret to preventing them from becoming soggy.

Yield: 24 Mozzarella Sticks

Easy Keto Mozzarella Sticks

These Easy Keto Mozzarella Sticks are covered in an ultra crispy crust and fried to perfection!

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 4 minutes

Additional Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 24 minutes

Ingredients

12 mozzarella sticks, sliced in half
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup almond flour
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups pork rind panko*
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Instructions

Prepare 3 Bowls:

Bowl 1: Add the almond flour, garlic powder and garlic salt, stir well.
Bowl 2: Add the eggs, beat well.
Bowl 3: Add the pork rind panko, parsley and Italian seasoning, stir well.
Slice the cheese sticks in half.
To prepare the cheese sticks roll in the almond flour mixture, then the egg, and finally the pork rind panko. Use your fingers to press the mixture tightly to the cheese. Make sure each cheese stick is covered completely. You can dip it in the egg and back into the pork rind panko mixture if you need to cover them better.
Place each breaded cheesestick on a cookie sheet and place in the freezer. Freeze at least 2 hours.
When ready to cook add enough oil to cover 2 inches of a small pot to medium heat. Cook 2-3 cheesesticks at a time, using tongs to rotate. Cook 3-4 minutes until the outside has browned. (air fryer instructions are below)

Notes

The cheesesticks are going into the oil frozen, which will reduce the overall temp of the oil. Make sure you give the oil a minute or two to come back up to temp betweeen batches.

Air Fryer Instructions:

Preheat your air fryer to 390 degrees F. Add the frozen cheesesticks to the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil. Cook 5 minutes.

Pork Panko: These are ground pork rinds that make a perfect sub for panko breadcrumbs. Simply put a 2.5 ounce bag of pork rinds in a food processor and pulse until it resembles panko breadcrumbs. This will result in about 2 cups of pork rind panko. Store in an air tight container.

Keto Chicken Wings (Air Fryer)

thebestketorecipes — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:33:39 +0000

These Keto Chicken Wings are ultra crispy with no breading then covered in a buttery, tangy buffalo sauce! Only 4 net carbs per serving!

Appetizers can be a bit tricky on keto. Half of appetizers are pretty naturally keto, but the other half isn’t. For example, buffalo chicken dip is packed with fat and naturally very low in carbs so it is fine on a keto diet. However, the chips it comes with aren’t. Of course you can use celery or radish chips, but that isn’t quite the same is it?

These keto chicken wings are one low carb appetizer that you won’t have to sacrifice anything to cut the carbs! You will be amazed at how crispy they are with no breading at all!

Ingredients for keto chicken wings

As always, here is a quick overview of the ingredients used in our keto chicken wings. For the complete recipe, just scroll to the bottom of this page.

Chicken wings
Baking powder
Spices- salt, pepper, garlic powder
Buffalo sauce
Butter
Garlic
Apple cider vinegar

How to make wings in Air Fryer?

One of the recipes we have been making weekly is Air Fryer Buffalo Wings. They are ultra crispy and have absolutely no breading, instead you toss them with spices and a little baking powder. Yes, that is right, baking powder! I know it sounds like the strangest thing but my Mom shared the tip with me and it really works.

First, preheat your air fryer to 375. Combine your baking powder and spices and put into a plastic bag. Place wings in the bag and shake to coat. Place your wings in your air fryer and spray with cooking spray. Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning once. Next, make your buffalo sauce. Add the buffalo sauce, garlic, butter and apple cider vinegar in a sauce pan and simmer for one minute. Toss your wings in your sauce and you’re done!

Carbs in Chicken Wings

Chicken wings naturally contain zero carbs, but they can be tricky to order at a restaurant. For the most part, when you order wings out, they are breaded and have added sweeteners. These keto chicken wings come out super crispy, so no breading or sweetener is needed! These wings come in at 2 net carbs per one pound of wings!

How long to cook chicken wings in air fryer?

These wings are cooked on 390 degrees for 20-25 minutes. I have seen air fryer wing recipes where the cooking time is much longer, but we have made 10+ batches and this cooking time has consistently worked for me. However, I highly suggest using your meat thermometer to make sure they have reached an internal temp of 165 degrees at the thickest part of the wing.

Other Easy Keto Appetizers

Keto Sausage Cream Cheese Pinwheels, 2 net carbs each
Cheesy Zucchini Bread, under 2 net carbs each
Crispy Zucchini Fries, 3 net carbs per serving
Sausage Cream Cheese Mushrooms, 5 net carbs per serving
Easy Keto Pizza Bites, less than one net carb each
Ham and Cheese Bites, less than one net carb each

More Keto Chicken Recipes

Yield: 2

Keto Chicken Wings (Air Fryer)

These Keto Buffalo Wings are ultra crispy with no breading then covered in a buttery, tangy buffalo sauce! Only 2 net carbs per serving! #keto

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 22 minutes

Ingredients

For the wings:
2 pounds wings
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Buffalo Sauce
1/4 cup buffalo sauce
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon garlic
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

For the wings
Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees for 3 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a medium size bowl or plastic bag toss the wings, baking powder and spices until coated.
Transfer the wings to the air fryer and place in a single layer (you may need to do 2 batches depending on the size of your air fryer)
Lightly spray with cooking spray.
Shake the basket or turn the wings 10 minutes into cook time to ensure they cook evenly and are crispy on all sides.
Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temp reaches 165 degrees.
For the buffalo sauce
Combine all ingredients in a medium size sauce pan and allow to simmer one minute. Remove from heat and dip or toss the wings into the sauce once cooked through.

Notes

Recipe would serve 2 as a meal (1 pound each) or 4 as an appetizer (1/2 pound each)

Nutrition Information:

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 78Total Fat: 7.2gCarbohydrates: 2.3gFiber: 0.3g

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Air Fryer Broccoli (low carb + keto)

thebestketorecipes — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 11:00:56 +0000

This tender and perfectly crispy Air Fryer Broccoli only takes 8 minutes to make and has three net carbs! This is the perfect low-carb, keto side dish that goes with anything!

I am not huge on kitchen gadgets. I love my slow cooker and occasionally use the waffle maker, but that is about the extent of it. Until I purchased an air fryer, that is! If you haven’t gone over to the dark side yet, I’m hoping to convince you. Air fryers make life so much easier!

Originally I thought we wouldn’t use it often because we don’t often eat “fried” food. However, air fryers make delicious roasted vegetables and meats, and the most perfect crispy fries! I love these Green Bean Fries and my husband is always requesting these Carrot Fries. This air fryer broccoli also happens to be a wonderful keto side because broccoli is low in net carbs and the butter and parmesan adds a nice amount of fat, not to mention flavor! For more great side dish recipes, check out this list of The Best Keto Thanksgiving Sides!

Ingredients for Air Fryer Broccoli

The ingredients list for this air fryer roasted broccoli couldn’t be simpler! Here’s what you’ll need to make this keto broccoli recipe:

Broccoli florets
Butter
Garlic
Shredded Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper
Lemon wedges (optional)

How to Roast Broccoli in an Air Fryer

Have I mentioned how easy it is to make roasted broccoli in the air fryer? Here are the basic steps:

Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F.
Add the chopped broccoli florets to the basket of the air fryer and spray very lightly with cooking oil.
Roast the broccoli for 8 minutes total.

At this point, the broccoli should be fork tender at the thickest part of the stem and slightly crispy on the outside.

Remove the broccoli from the basket and set aside. You can top the broccoli anyway you like it, but I have included my favorite butter garlic and parmesan combination below.

How Long to Cook Broccoli in an Air Fryer

In total, the air fryer roasted broccoli needs 8 minutes total to cook. I remove the basket after 4 minutes and shake or toss with tongs to make sure everything is cooking evenly, then cook 4 more minutes.

Carbs in Broccoli

Broccoli is fantastic if you’re eating keto, because it’s so natually low in carbs! One whole cup of broccoli is only 4 net carbs. Broccoli is a great alternative to chips, especially if you combine it with this keto Avocado Bacon Dip. This Air Fryer Broccoli is only 3 net carbs per serving, making it the perfect keto side dish! If you’re looking for more broccoli recipes, check out these 15+ of the Best Broccoli Recipes!

Can I Double This Recipe?

Most likely not, unless you plan on cooking the broccoli in batches. Air fryers can only hold so many veggies, so you probably can’t make double the amount of air fryer broccoli.

What to Serve with Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli

The great thing about broccoli is that it pairs well with pretty much any main dish. Here are some of my favorite keto dinners to enjoy with the air fried broccoli:

More Keto Air Fryer Recipes:

Yield: 4

Air Fryer Broccoli (low carb + keto)

This tender and perfectly crispy Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli only takes 8 minutes to make and has three net carbs! This is the perfect low carb, keto side dish that goes with anything!

Cook Time 8 minutes

Total Time 8 minutes

Ingredients

5 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
Lemon slices (optional)

Instructions

Melt the butter and combine with the minced garlic, set aside for later.

Preheat your air fryer according to the manufactures directions at a temperature of 350 degrees.

Add the chopped broccoli florets to the basket of the air fryer and spray very lightly with cooking oil.

Roast the broccoli 8 minutes total. I remove the basket after 4 minutes and shake or toss with tongs to make sure everything is cooking evenly, then cook 4 more minutes.

At this point the broccoli should be fork tender at the thickest part of the stem and slightly crispy on the outside.

Remove the broccoli from the basket and toss with the garlic butter, parmesan and add salt and pepper to taste.

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Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich

Tuna Melt Chaffle Sandwich

What is a Chaffle?

Ingredients in this Keto Tuna Melt

Tuna Salad:

Keto bread:

How to make a Tuna Melt

Tips for the Best Tuna Melt

More keto bread recipes

More keto lunch recipes

Ingredients

Tuna Salad (makes 4 servings)

Sandwich

Instructions

Notes

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

Keto Garlic Bread Chaffles

Garlic Bread Chaffles

Ingredients in Keto Garlic Bread

How do I make this Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe?

Can I freeze chaffles?

How do you reheat Chaffles?

Tips for the Best Gluten Free Garlic Bread

What should I serve with this Cheesy Garlic Bread?

More keto chaffle recipes

Ingredients

Keto Garlic Bread

Cheesy Bread Toppings

Instructions

Notes

Recommended Products

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

What is on a Supreme Pizza?

How to make a pizza quesadilla

Are tortillas keto?

Can you make a quesadilla in an air fryer?

Can you freeze quesadillas?

How to store and reheat a quesadilla

What to serve with a Supreme Pizza Quesadilla

More Keto Pizza Recipes

Ingredients

Instructions

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

How to Make a Pizza Chaffle (easy keto pizza!)

Pizza Chaffle

Ingredients for Pizza Chaffles

How to Make a Pizza Chaffle

What kind of waffle maker do I use?

Meal Prep Tips

Other Pizza Toppings

More Chaffle Recipes:

Ingredients

Chaffle Ingredients (pizza base - makes 6)

Pizza Toppings

Instructions

To make the Chaffles:

For the Pizza

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

Easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Ingredients for Bacon Wrapped Chicken

How to cook chicken breast wrapped in bacon?

Tips for the Best Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Can I make Bacon Wrapped Chicken in the Air Fryer?

How to Store and Reheat Bacon Wrapped Chicken

How to make Avocado Salsa

What to serve with Bacon Chicken Breast

Ingredients

Instructions