Keto Chicken Paella

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and satisfying Keto Chicken Paella—a low-carb spin on the classic Spanish dish. Packed with tender, golden-brown chicken breast, aromatic saffron threads, and smoky paprika, this one-pan meal delivers bold, savory flavors without the high-carb guilt. Instead of traditional rice, this keto-friendly recipe uses cauliflower rice, which absorbs the rich blend of chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and spices for a light yet hearty base. Colorful bell peppers and onions add a hint of sweetness and crunch, while fresh parsley and zesty lemon wedges provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under an hour and perfect for meal prep or sharing with family, this keto chicken paella proves you can enjoy comfort food while sticking to your dietary goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken breast
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
• 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes, canned
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 4 cups Cauliflower rice
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Saffron threads
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 whole Lemon, cut into wedges
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or paella pan over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and red bell pepper.

Step 5

Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, and saffron threads. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the cauliflower rice to the simmering liquid and return the cooked chicken to the pan.

Step 9

Stir everything together and let it cook, uncovered, until most of the liquid has been absorbed and the cauliflower rice is tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 10

Taste the paella for seasoning, adding more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and arrange lemon wedges around the paella. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2103.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1363.0

Total Fat 60.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 5643.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.8g
Protein 150.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 352.7mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 3898.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 42.9%

Carbs: 18.4%