Keto Pesto Chicken (Slow Cooker)
This keto pesto chicken is a creamy, garlicky dream—simple to make and full of Italian flavor. With just a few ingredients and a slow cooker, you get tender chicken bathed in pesto and melty mozzarella. It’s a weeknight wonder with no extra carbs.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 3–4 hrs
- Total Time: 38 minute
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp ground black pepper
1 (8 oz) jar pesto sauce (no sugar added)
8 oz shredded or sliced mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Add to Slow Cooker: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Pour pesto evenly over the top.
Cook: Cover and cook on high for 3–4 hours (or low for 6–7 hours), until chicken is tender.
Add Cheese: In the last 10–15 minutes, add mozzarella. Cover again and let it melt.
Serve: Spoon over spiralized zucchini, cauliflower mash, or enjoy as is.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~320
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 30g
Find it online: https://ketospoonful.com/keto-pesto-chicken-slow-cooker/