32 Hearty Keto Dinner Recipes that Won't Break the Bank

These hearty dinner recipes prove you can enjoy flavorful, satisfying meals without stretching your budget. With affordable ingredients like ground beef, chicken thighs, and seasonal veggies, these dishes keep things simple, delicious, and low-carb. Whether you’re meal prepping or feeding a hungry family, these budget-friendly keto dinners make it easy to save money without sacrificing taste.

Keto Stuffed Poblano Peppers

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These Keto Stuffed Poblano Peppers are smoky, cheesy, and packed with bold Mexican flavors in every bite. Whether you love stuffed peppers or just want a new low carb favorite, this recipe is a must-try. Get the recipe: Keto Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Fried Cabbage with Sausage

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This simple, yet incredibly flavorful Fried Cabbage with Sausage is a hearty and savory one-pot meal. It's the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a quick lunch or busy weeknight dinner. Get the recipe: Fried Cabbage with Sausage

Air Fryer Greek Chicken Souvlaki

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This recipe for flavorful Air Fryer Greek Chicken Souvlaki delivers tender, juicy chicken packed with zesty lemon garlic flavor in every bite. Marinated chicken skewers air-fried to perfection and paired with creamy tzatziki sauce makes this a must-try dish. Get the recipe: Air Fryer Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Chicken Piccata Meatballs

Melt-in-your-mouth tender and juicy, these Chicken Piccata Meatballs simmer in a buttery lemon garlic sauce with capers and herbs for that classic piccata flavor. This creative spin on a traditional Italian dish is quick, easy and perfect for busy weeknights. Get the recipe: Chicken Piccata Meatballs

Stuffed Pepper Skillet

This Stuffed Pepper Skillet is loaded with tender peppers and beef simmered in a flavorful sauce and topped with melted cheese. It's a hearty and delicious one-pan meal the whole family will love. Get the recipe: Stuffed Pepper Skillet

Big Mac Cheeseburger Salad

That famous cheeseburger everyone loves is transformed into a delicious Big Mac Cheeseburger salad without all carbs! It even has the special sauce! Get the recipe: Big Mac Cheeseburger Salad

Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Tender chicken sautéed in a flavorful creamy pink sauce made in one pan in just 20 minutes. This low carb Italian skillet is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner! Get the recipe: Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Keto Crockpot Meatloaf

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This Keto Crockpot Meatloaf features juicy ground beef packed with flavorful herbs and spices and topped with a tangy sugar-free tomato glaze. It's a moist and tender slow-cooked meatloaf that just melts in your mouth. Get the recipe: Keto Crockpot Meatloaf

Greek Sheet Pan Chicken

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This recipe for Greek Sheet Pan Chicken features tender and juicy marinated chicken, creamy feta, and a colorful mix of fresh veggies. It's an easy and delicious meal roasted to perfection all on one pan. Get the recipe: Greek Sheet Pan Chicken

Keto Picadillo

This hearty and healthy Keto Picadillo recipe is loaded with savory, seasoned ground beef, juicy tomatoes, and classic Cuban flavors. It's a easy and delicious, dish the entire family will love. Get the recipe: Keto Picadillo

Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

A popular dip turned into a delicious Keto-friendly casserole and baked with gooey mozzarella cheese on top! If you like Spinach Artichoke Dip, you are going to love this casserole! Get the recipe: Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

Egg Roll Soup

Filled with tender cabbage and pork, this Egg Roll Soup has all the traditional flavors of your favorite egg rolls. It's a healthy, hearty and delicious soup, it's the perfect comfort food! Get the recipe: Egg Roll Soup

Keto Chicken Francese

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This Keto Chicken Francese features tender juicy chicken cutlets sautéed in a garlic lemony butter sauce that's quick and easy to make. It's perfect for busy weeknights! Get the recipe: Keto Chicken Francese

Pizza Bowl

This low carb crustless Pizza Bowl recipe has all the same classic pizza flavors with layers of savory meats, tangy sauce, and bubbling cheese. It's a fun and easy twist to pizza night. Get the recipe: Pizza Bowl

Chicken Florentine Casserole

Tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms and healthy spinach baked in a rich cheesy sauce makes this Keto Chicken Florentine Casserole your new favorite easy dinner! Get the recipe: Chicken Florentine Casserole

Pizza Chicken

This recipe for Pizza Chicken features tender and juicy chicken, topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni. It's a hearty and healthy one-pan dish, loaded with classic pizza flavors. Get the recipe: Pizza Chicken

Easy Taco Casserole

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This Taco Casserole is an easy low carb dinner to prepare that is packed with taco flavor! Serve with all the traditional taco toppings and you won't even miss the tortillas! Get the recipe: Easy Taco Casserole

Keto Chicken Piccata

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Keto Chicken Piccata is made with tender juicy chicken cutlets, smothered in a classic lemon caper butter sauce. It's a delicious 30-minute recipe the whole family will love! Get the recipe: Keto Chicken Piccata

Cabbage Roll Soup

This Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender cabbage and hearty ground beef, simmered to perfection in a rich and flavorful broth. Get the recipe: Cabbage Roll Soup

French Onion Chicken

This incredibly flavorful French Onion Chicken starts with perfectly seared, tender chicken breasts smothered in a savory pan sauce with sweet caramelized onions and topped with gooey melted cheese. Get the recipe: French Onion Chicken

Egg Roll in a Bowl

Satisfy your cravings for Chinese takeout with this Keto friendly version of an egg roll! It only takes 20 minutes to prepare, making it the perfect weeknight dinner! Get the recipe: Egg Roll in a Bowl

Chicken Florentine

This Chicken Florentine features tender juicy chicken sautéed with baby spinach and mushrooms in a luscious creamy garlic parmesan cheese sauce, made in under 30 minutes. Get the recipe: Chicken Florentine

Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken with a delicious sun-dried tomato and spinach cream sauce is what comfort food is made of. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

Slow Cooker Cabbage

This easy and delicious Slow Cooker Cabbage recipe is loaded with meaty goodness from Italian sausage and smoky bacon! With just a few simple ingredients, you can just set it, forget it and the slow cooker does the rest of the work for you. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Cabbage

Chicken Caprese

This easy and delicious Chicken Caprese combines tender cutlets, juicy tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese. They're topped with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, creating a dish with all the classic caprese flavors in under 30 minutes. Get the recipe: Chicken Caprese

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup

Juicy chicken with tender chunks of peppers and onions simmered in a creamy broth, makes this warm and cozy Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup the ultimate comfort food. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup

Greek Chicken Salad

This easy and delicious Greek Chicken Salad is packed with Mediterranean inspired flavors. Tender marinated chicken, crisp veggies, and creamy Tzatziki based dressing come together to create an irresistible meal. Get the recipe: Greek Chicken Salad

Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs

These Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs are marinated in a flavorful honey mustard sauce, then baked to golden perfection. This tender and juicy mouth-watering chicken is one that the whole family will love. Get the recipe: Honey Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs

Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies

Smoky kielbasa and a savory medley of juicy roasted veggies tossed with spices and herbs makes this Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies the ideal answer for a busy weeknight dinner. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies

Creamy Chicken Dijon Thighs

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Juicy and delicious pan seared chicken thighs are cooked until golden brown, then smothered in a rich and creamy Dijon sauce. This quick and easy dinner is perfect for busy weeknights! Get the recipe: Creamy Chicken Dijon Thighs

Lemon Chicken

These tender and juicy Lemon Chicken Thighs are so easy to make and are packed with incredible lemony garlic flavor! Get the recipe: Lemon Chicken Thighs

Keto Chicken Parmesan

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Indulge in these tender, juicy and crispy gluten-free breaded chicken breasts baked in a low carb marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. This Keto Chicken Parmesan can be enjoyed with zero guilt! Get the recipe: Keto Chicken Parmesan