42 Keto Dinner Ideas (2024)

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Updated: Apr. 05, 2024

We've rounded up the best keto dinner ideas to add variety to your high-fat, low-carb diet. You'll find frittatas, salmon dishes, meat loaves, chicken dinners and steaks.

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Pan-Seared Salmon with Dill Sauce

Total Time: 25 minutes
Main Ingredients: Salmon, yogurt, fresh dill
Level: Beginner

Pan-seared salmon has a perfectly golden crust on the outside and tender, juicy fish on the inside. Serve with creamy dill sauce and a low-carb side dish for a well-rounded meal.

This is one of my husband’s favorite recipes. Salmon is a go-to for busy nights because it cooks so quickly and goes with so many different flavors. The creamy dill sauce with cucumber tastes light and fresh. —Recipe contributor Angela Spengler, Tampa, Florida

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Crustless Spinach Quiche

Total Time: 1 hour, 5 minutes
Main Ingredients: Eggs, ham, cheese, spinach
Level: Beginner

Perfect for a weekend brunch or simple brinner, this crustless spinach quiche calls for ingredients you probably already have. And with no crust to roll out, it comes together in a snap.

I served this crustless quiche at a church lunch, and I had to laugh when one guy told me how much he disliked vegetables. Many people were surprised by how much they loved this veggie-filled quiche recipe—and he was one of them! —Recipe contributor Melinda Calverley, Janesville, Wisconsin

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Garlic Butter Shrimp

Total Time: 25 minutes
Main Ingredients: Shrimp, garlic, butter, lemon juice
Level: Beginner

This no-fuss meal takes just five minutes to prepare and tastes like it’s been simmering all afternoon. Simply toss shrimp with butter and minced garlic and saute on the stove. Add a dash of fresh lemon juice, and dinner is served.

Aromatics and lemon lend pleasant flavor to this garlic butter shrimp recipe. I like to serve it over wild rice mix from a box, but you can leave that out if you’re following keto. —Recipe contributor Sheryll Hughes-Smith, Brandon, Mississippi

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Keto Meatballs and Sauce

Total Time: 45 minutes
Main Ingredients: Ground beef, heavy whipping cream, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, pesto
Level: Intermediate

Italian lovers, this one’s for you. There’s no need to give up your favorite comfort food when you’re following the keto diet. Savory, tender meatballs served in a creamy tomato sauce are the ultimate Sunday night family dinner. Serve over zucchini noodles to make it a complete meal.

I have been following a keto diet for a year and a half and have lost 130 pounds. I took several recipes and tweaked them to create this recipe for keto meatballs. You won’t miss the breadcrumbs at all! I like to eat these on their own, but they are also great over zucchini noodles. —Recipe contributor Holly Balzer-Harz, Malone, New York

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Best-Ever Fried Chicken Wings

Total Time: 30 minutes + chilling
Main Ingredients: Chicken wings, dipping sauce
Level: Beginner

These crispy, juicy chicken wings will make your home the place to be for game day. Fry the wings on your stovetop for 10 minutes, then drain them on a paper towel-lined plate. Dip your wings in a keto-friendly salad dressing or sauce for even more flavor.

For game days, I shake up these saucy wings. When I run out, friends hover by the snack table until I bring out more. When they ask me how to fry chicken wings, they never believe it’s so easy! —Recipe contributor Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado

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Lemon Garlic Salmon

Total Time: 55 minutes
Main Ingredients: Salmon, garlic, butter, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, rosemary
Level: Intermediate

Garlic lovers, unite! This crispy baked salmon is topped with creamy roasted garlic, butter and fresh herbs. Serve with a fresh side salad for a colorful, low-carb meal.

The salmon bakes up tender and moist and the blended ingredients enhance the flavor of this delicious lemon garlic salmon. —Recipe contributor Deborah Oedekoven, Spearfish, South Dakota

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Air-Fryer Stuffed Zucchini

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Zucchini, ground beef, Havarti cheese, feta cheese
Level: Beginner

Stuffed zucchini is one of our favorite keto hacks. Use your go-to taco fixings or pizza toppings to stuff fresh zucchini boats for a complete meal in one delicious dish.

When your garden is overflowing with zucchini, it’s time to pull out your air fryer. Filled with ground beef and cheese, this quick-to-prepare meal is a delicious way to enjoy summer’s bounty. —Recipe contributor Tracey Rosato, Markham, Ontario

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Tequila Lime Shrimp Zoodles

Total Time: 30 minutes
Main Ingredients: Shrimp, butter, garlic, zucchini, lime juice, tequila
Level: Beginner

Need a fresh meal in under 30 minutes? We’re obsessed with the zesty brightness in this tequila lime shrimp over zucchini noodles (aka zoodles). Here is the easiest way to make zucchini noodles.

This tangy shrimp dish is a smart way to cut carbs without sacrificing flavor. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use thinly julienned zucchini to get a similar effect. —Recipe contributor Brigette Schroeder, Yorkville, Illinois

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Cheeseburger Meat Loaf

Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Main Ingredients: Ground beef, American cheese, egg, ketchup, mustard
Level: Beginner

Cheeseburger meatloaf is a juicy dish bursting with cheeseburger flavor. To keep this dinner keto-friendly, use sugar-free tomato sauce or low-carb ketchup.

I created this cheeseburger meat loaf one day when I wanted to make cheeseburgers—my husband’s favorite—but it was too chilly to grill outside. I’ve served it numerous times since then, and it never fails to get rave reviews. Even your most finicky eater will enjoy this oven-baked main dish. —Recipe contributor Paula Sullivan, Barker, New York

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Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Total Time: 30 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken breasts, cream cheese, jalapeno, bacon, cheddar
Level: Beginner

Anyone who is bored with chicken breast needs to try this crazy-flavorful jalapeno popper-stuffed chicken. It’s packed with rich cream cheese and spicy jalapeno, then wrapped in bacon. Opt for full-fat cheese to make this dish a keto star.

My husband is not crazy about chicken, but one of his favorite snacks are jalapeno poppers, so I created this dinnertime recipe to give our chicken plenty of flavor. He loves it cooked this way and best of all is the quick cooking with little cleanup! —Recipe contributor Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky

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Air-Fryer Fajita-Stuffed Chicken

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken breasts, onion, green pepper, cheddar cheese
Level: Beginner

Juicy on the inside and perfectly crispy on the outside, this quick air-fryer fajita-stuffed chicken recipe is about to become one of your weeknight favorites. Serve with a side of cauliflower rice for big southwest flavor without the carbs.

I had all the ingredients for fajitas, but instead of heating up my big oven, I decided to try a different version in the air fryer. Since my air fryer is small, I wanted to put as much filling as I could in each stuffed chicken breast. This worked nicely by cutting slits in the breasts and then filling them. —Recipe contributor Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Salad

Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken breasts, romaine lettuce, chili powder, cumin
Level: Beginner

We love this versatile slow-cooker chicken recipe. It’s juicy and tender, and it goes with just about anything. Serve the slow-cooked chicken in tacos, on a salad, with cauliflower rice or zoodles.

We use this super-duper chicken across several meals, including it in tacos, sandwiches, omelets and enchiladas. My little guys love helping to measure the seasonings. —Recipe contributor Karie Houghton, Lynnwood, Washington

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Seasoned Taco Meat

Total Time: 45 minutes
Main Ingredients: Ground beef, onions, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder
Level: Beginner

Packaged taco seasoning is convenient but often filled with sugar and salt. This seasoned taco meat is keto-friendly and packed with spicy flavor.

I got this recipe from the restaurant where I work. It’s famous in our town for the blend of seasonings, and now the secret is out! —Recipe contributor Denise Mumm, Dixon, Iowa

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Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini Noodles

Total Time: 30 minutes
Main Ingredients: Tilapia, zucchini, pico de gallo, cumin, paprika
Level: Beginner

This delicious low-carb summer meal is fresh, vibrant and ready in just 30 minutes. Keep things interesting by using a different kind of fish every time you make it.

I love quick and bright meals like this one-skillet wonder. The way it tastes, you’d think it takes a lot more effort, but it goes from prep to dinner table in half an hour. The recipe works well with any light fish, or even shrimp. —Recipe contributor Tammy Brownlow, Dallas, Texas

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Creamy Dijon Chicken

Total Time: 25 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken breasts, onion, half-and-half, Dijon mustard, butter
Level: Beginner

Anyone who is sick of bland chicken breasts will love this creamy recipe. Serve it over zoodles, cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables, and leave out the brown sugar to keep it keto-friendly.

This chicken dish is extremely fast and economical. It makes a nice sauce that works well over brown rice or wide noodles or zoodles if you’re on keto. If you want extra sauce for leftovers, double the recipe. —Recipe contributor Irene Boffo, Fountain Hills, Arizona

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Muffuletta Frittata

Total Time: 50 minutes
Main Ingredients: Eggs, half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, arugula, capicola, hard salami, mortadella, giardinara
Level: Beginner

Get all the flavor of your favorite Italian sub sandwich without the carbs. Combine the ingredients from a muffuletta sub and cook with eggs and half-and-half for a 25-minute frittata.

I’m a sucker for Italian sub sandwiches and olives. I wanted those flavors but in a low-carb dish, so I created this frittata. Use fresh spinach in place of the arugula if you don’t love arugula’s peppery flavor as I do. —Recipe contributor Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky

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Sheet-Pan Steak Dinner

Total Time: 40 minutes
Main Ingredients: Beef flank steak, asparagus, garlic, butter, rosemary
Level: Beginner

If you don’t want to mess with pan-frying steak, this recipe is for you. It has all the flavors of a steakhouse without the oil splatters and cleanup. Remember to slice the flank steak against the grain—this tenderizes the meat slightly.

Asparagus and steak form a classic combination for a delicious dinner. Cooking them together makes for easy prep and cleanup. In our house, any meal that can be put in the oven while we get a few more things done for the day is a win! —Recipe contributor Estelle Forrest, Springfield, Oregon

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Broiled Lobster Tail

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Lobster tails, butter, lemon wedges
Level: Advanced

You don’t have to visit a restaurant for a rich, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth seafood experience. These lobster tails are simple to prepare once you get the hang of cutting them and loosening the meat.

No matter where you live, these succulent, buttery lobster tails are just a few minutes away. Here in Iowa, we use frozen lobster with delicious results, but if you’re near the ocean, by all means use fresh! —Recipe contributor Lauren McAnelly, Des Moines, Iowa

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Air-Fryer Chicken Wings

Total Time: 50 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken wings, baking soda, garlic powder, ginger, nutmeg, cayenne pepper
Level: Beginner

This recipe gets a serious kick from cayenne pepper, and the warm notes from ginger, nutmeg and allspice balance the spiciness. Prepare these air-fryer chicken wings for your next keto potluck or game-day gathering.

You can’t go wrong with these crispy air-fryer chicken wings. Our spice rub has a nice kick from the cayenne seasoning. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Pesto Chicken Bake

Total Time: 30 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken breasts, mozzarella cheese, tomato, basil, pesto
Level: Beginner

Calling all caprese salad lovers! This pesto chicken bake is a quick and tasty weeknight meal. Use full-fat mozzarella cheese to keep it keto-friendly and extra rich and creamy.

Serve this easy pesto chicken bake on busy weeknights. Browning the chicken adds more flavor and color, and it gives the chicken a jump-start on cooking, but you can skip that step and add five to seven minutes to the bake time if you are in a rush. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Steak with Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

Total Time: 20 minutes + chilling
Main Ingredients: Beef top loin steaks, whole black peppercorns, butter, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, half-and-half
Level: Beginner

Craving more spice in your life? This homemade peppercorn sauce is just the thing. It’s creamy and comforting while packing some serious heat. Serve this steak with roasted asparagus or broccoli for a complete meal.

My wife and I both love spicy foods. This steak with peppercorn sauce is one of her favorite dishes. I have been cooking it as a treat on her birthday for years. —Recipe contributor David Collin, Martinez, California

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Air-Fryer Whole Chicken

Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Main Ingredients: Whole chicken, olive oil, seasoned salt
Level: Intermediate

This air-fryer chicken is way more flavorful than a store-bought rotisserie chicken. Prep this meal over the weekend and use the shredded chicken all week in soups and lettuce wraps.

This air-fryer whole chicken is so crispy yet succulent. I serve it straight up, but you can also shred it and add it to tacos, soups, pasta salads and so much more. —Recipe contributor Dawn Parker, Surrey, British Columbia

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Mini Zucchini Pizzas

Total Time: 20 minutes
Main Ingredients: Zucchini, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni
Level: Beginner

Ideal for a hearty snack or light dinner, mini zucchini pizzas are about as close as you can get to your beloved crusty pie. Keep these tasty bites keto-friendly with full-fat cheese and sugar-free pizza sauce.

This simple snack is the perfect, low-carb way to satisfy your pizza cravings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Roast Rosemary Leg of Lamb

Total Time: 2 hours, 10 minutes + standing
Main Ingredients: Bone-in leg of lamb, garlic, onion, rosemary
Level: Beginner

This one-pan meal looks impressive and only requires 10 minutes of prep time. Save this recipe for when you have time to wait for dinner, though, since it takes a couple hours to cook. Let it rest when it comes out of the oven to seal in the juices.

Roast lamb is perfect for Easter time or any special occasion. This succulent rosemary leg of lamb recipe calls for a flavorful rosemary, garlic and onion rub. —Recipe contributor Suzy Horvath, Milwaukie, Oregon

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Three-Cheese Keto Cauliflower Casserole

Total Time: 55 minutes + standing
Main Ingredients: Cauliflower, cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, milk
Level: Intermediate

Craving a creamy bowl of mac and cheese? Toss roasted cauliflower with cheese, butter and milk to create this low-carb alternative. The cauliflower soaks up the flavors from the cheese and butter, so you’ll hardly taste the difference. Milk isn’t considered keto, so if you’re sticking to a strict keto diet, swap it for equal parts water and heavy whipping cream.

This casserole is low on carbs but high on flavor. If you are trying to eat fewer carbs but miss eating macaroni and cheese, this casserole will hit the right spot! —Recipe contributor Adrianna Cauthen, Decatur, Georgia

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Kentucky Grilled Chicken

Total Time: 45 minutes + marinating
Main Ingredients: Chicken breasts, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce
Level: Beginner

Forget the fried stuff. This grilled chicken recipe gets its crispiness from grilling. Let your chicken marinate for at least four hours or overnight for ultimate juiciness.

This Kentucky grilled chicken is perfect for an outdoor summer meal, and my family thinks it’s fantastic. It takes about an hour on the grill but is worth the wait. I use a new paintbrush to mop on the basting sauce. —Recipe contributor Jill Evely, Wilmore, Kentucky

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Muffin-Tin Scrambled Eggs

Total Time: 35 minutes + standing
Main Ingredients: Eggs, deli ham, onion, mushrooms, green chiles, cheddar
Level: Beginner

Need dinner in a pinch? Grab your favorite omelet toppings and place them in greased muffin tins. Add whisked eggs and bake for about 20 minutes.

I made these one year at Christmas as a way to save time, and they were a big hit. I have to make a large batch because my husband and boys can polish them off in a short amount of time. These also freeze very well, if there are any left! —Recipe contributor Jill Darin, Geneseo, Illinois

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Bacon and Asparagus Frittata

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Eggs, bacon, asparagus, tomato, cheddar
Level: Beginner

This springy frittata combines salty bacon and tender asparagus for a bright brunch or light dinner. Enjoy with a warm mug of bulletproof coffee for the ultimate energizing meal.

My frittata makes a marvelous light meal, especially during the summer. When I prepare the frittata for guests, I also serve rice and bread to make a hearty meal if they’re not on keto—quick and easy, but it always wins compliments! —Recipe contributor Gwen Clemon, Soldier, Iowa

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Baked Halibut

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Halibut steaks, sour cream, butter, Parmesan cheese
Level: Beginner

This halibut recipe is slathered in creamy sour cream, butter and cheese, yet every bite still feels light. Once you pull it out of the oven, sprinkle with paprika or any of your favorite spices.

I got this easy, protein-rich recipe from Sandy Schroth of the Puffin Bed & Breakfast in Gustavus, Alaska. —Recipe contributor Edward Mahnke, Houston, Texas

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Air-Fryer Pork Chops

Total Time: 25 minutes
Main Ingredients: Pork chops, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, seasoning
Level: Beginner

Get ready to add this recipe to your list of favorite pork chop recipes. It cooks quickly thanks to the boneless pork chops (bone-in takes longer). The almond flour breading adds incredible crispiness without the carbs. It also keeps the pork chops from sticking to the air fryer.

These air-fryer pork chops get their rich flavor from Creole seasoning and Parmesan cheese. —Recipe contributor Dawn Parker, Surrey, British Columbia

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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken thighs, olive oil, salt, herbs
Level: Beginner

If you’ve never cooked chicken thighs before, you’ll be amazed at how juicy and tender they are. Simply coat them with a mix of garlic powder, thyme, paprika, salt and pepper and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with a side salad or Old Bay cauliflower.

Easy and economical, this meal is one your whole family will enjoy. To save even more time, add potatoes or other vegetables to the pan to roast along with the chicken. —Recipe contributor Michelle Miller, Bend, Oregon

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Air-Fryer Garlic-Butter Steak

Total Time: 20 minutes
Main Ingredients: Steak, butter, salt, pepper
Level: Beginner

We love to grill steak, but it’s hard to argue with perfectly cooked meat in less than 10 minutes. Just add butter, salt and pepper, and pop it in the air fryer. Serve with mashed cauliflower.

This quick and easy air-fryer steak recipe is restaurant quality. It’s about to become a staple at your house! —Recipe contributor Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

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Baked Salmon in Foil

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Salmon fillet, garlic, lemon zest, butter
Level: Beginner

One secret for flaky, tender salmon is cooking it in foil to lock in moisture and flavor. Line a baking pan with heavy-duty foil and place your salmon fillets skin down. Drizzle with butter, seasonings and lemon zest, and wrap tightly in foil.

Baking salmon in foil is an easy technique that can also be used on the grill. This quick recipe uses lemon zest and slices plus garlic for flavor, but you could also try other citrus fruits, herbs and spices. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Low-Carb Cheesy Cheeseburgers

Total Time: 1 hour + cooling
Main Ingredients: Ground beef, cheddar cheese, dill pickle slices, seasoning
Level: Intermediate

This show-stopper dinner has everything we love about cheeseburgers, all wrapped up in a low-carb bun made from cheddar cheese and pickle slices pressed in a mini waffle maker. Allow the “buns” to cool on a paper towel while cooking the burgers on the waffle iron.

I have turned my life around with a low-carb keto diet. This recipe is a wonderful new way to make burgers with all the same favorite flavors that I’m used to. Since the meat and toppings can be changed, the possibilities are endless and I never get tired of making these burgers. —Recipe contributor Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls, Texas

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Sunday's Best Chicken

Total Time: 2 hours, 40 minutes
Main Ingredients: Roasting chicken, rosemary sprigs, lemons, olive oil
Level: Advanced

Roasted chicken recipes are the best, and this one is no exception. Use rosemary, lemon zest, pepper and plenty of salt as a rub and you’re ready to go.

I am a busy mom of four and a nursing student, so weeknight dinners are often rushed. Sunday dinners are very important to our family, and everyone loves when I make this old-fashioned chicken recipe. —Recipe contributor Amy Jenkins, Mesa, Arizona

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Air-Fryer Salmon

Total Time: 25 minutes
Main Ingredients: Salmon, olive oil, seasonings
Level: Beginner

This is one of those air-fryer fish recipes perfect for a light lunch or quick dinner. Keep the skin on the fillets to prevent them from overcooking. Serve with a bright side salad or bacon-wrapped asparagus.

Preparing salmon in the air fryer is, hands down, one of the easiest ways to cook it. Air-fryer salmon stays succulent, but still gets lightly browned on the outside. Use this simple salmon recipe as a starting point for different flavors and styles of salmon. The possibilities are endless! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Chili Verde

Total Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes
Main Ingredients: Boneless pork, green chiles, garlic, chicken broth, salsa verde
Level: Advanced

The combination of tender pork, green chiles, salsa verde and cilantro comes together to create an out-of-this-world chili. Let it simmer on the stovetop on a rainy afternoon, and the whole house will smell amazing by the time it’s ready.

This chile verde recipe is one of my family’s favorites. We enjoy it any time of year, but it’s especially good on a cool and rainy day. —Recipe contributor Sherrie Scettrini, Salinas, California

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Air-Fryer Bacon Egg Cups

Total Time: 35 minutes
Main Ingredients: Eggs, bacon, half-and-half, shredded cheddar cheese
Level: Beginner

If you’ve never cooked eggs in your air fryer, it’s time to give it a try. Pour whisked eggs and desired toppings into small ramekins and place them in the air fryer. Sprinkle with cheese and cook for 15 minutes.

These adorable bacon egg cups are a fresh take on the classic breakfast combo. I originally baked these, but they’re amazing in the air fryer—no need to heat up the oven! —Recipe contributor Carol Forcum, Marion, Illinois

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Easy Slow-Cooked Pork Tenderloin

Total Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes + standing
Main Ingredients: Pork tenderloins, soy sauce, Montreal steak seasoning
Level: Beginner

It doesn’t get much easier than a dump-and-go slow cooker recipe. Add pork tenderloins, olive oil, soy sauce and steak seasoning to your slow cooker and cook on low for up to 2-1/4 hours. Skip the wild rice and mashed potatoes as a side and keep things keto with a leafy green salad.

I find that simple dinners are the best comfort foods that my family of seven really desires. Simple, good ingredients are the key to my success in the kitchen. Three ingredients poured over the pork and—voila!—the most mouthwatering pork you have ever tasted! —Recipe contributor Grace Neltner, Lakeside Park, Kentucky

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Air-Fryer Chicken Thighs

Total Time: 20 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken thighs, olive oil, seasonings
Level: Beginner

Six simple ingredients and 20 minutes—that’s all you need for a delicious chicken dinner. Serve with mashed cauliflower with Parmesan for the quickest comfort food ever.

This air-fryer chicken thighs recipe creates meat that is crispy on the outside but super juicy on the inside. The paprika and garlic seasoning blend comes through beautifully. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Air-Fryer Almond Chicken

Total Time: 30 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chicken breasts, slivered almonds, egg, buttermilk
Level: Beginner

Capture the flavors of your favorite fried chicken with this air-fryer recipe. The slivered almonds create a crunchy crust while sealing in juicy flavor. Serve with sauteed veggies or this Spinach-Parm Casserole.

My husband bought an air fryer about six months ago, after seeing it on television. We have used it at least twice a week and love how delicious the food has been. The chicken recipes that we have tried are especially good because of how moist the chicken remains. We started a low-carb diet and did not want to use bread crumbs, so we tried the chicken with almonds. It’s a favorite now. —Recipe contributor Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia

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Chorizo Burgers with Green Chile Aioli

Total Time: 30 minutes
Main Ingredients: Chorizo, ground beef, pepper jack cheese, mayo, green chiles
Level: Beginner

You may have never thought to combine ground beef and chorizo in burgers but hear us out. The chorizo adds tender fat and major flavor to these lettuce-wrapped burgers. Create your own aioli sauce with mayonnaise, green chiles, lime juice and cilantro to top it off.

Chorizo does all the work seasoning these burgers, and the aioli comes together in minutes. Wrap the juicy patties in lettuce for a keto version. Don’t worry—the carb lovers in your home can still enjoy them on buns. —Recipe contributor Becky Woollands, North Ridgeville, Ohio

FAQs

What are some easy keto dinner recipes for beginners?

Luckily, most of the recipes on this list are beginner-friendly. While you can easily scan this list for all the beginner-level recipes, some of our favorites are crispy baked chicken thighs, blackened tilapia with zoodles and air-fryer garlic butter steak. When you don’t have time to plan an involved meal, opt for simple proteins and easy sides like a leafy green salad or keto-friendly roasted vegetables.

What is a lazy keto menu?

A lazy keto menu is one that includes high-fat foods with decent protein, but doesn’t adhere quite as stringently to the 5% carb rule. Lazy keto dieters may choose to eat a generally low-carb diet without counting macros or worrying about getting an exact amount of fats and proteins in. It is less restrictive and can be a good way to ease into the keto diet.

Originally Published: February 18, 2019