Keto Chicken Noodle Skillet
Published March 16, 2025
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This creamy chicken noodle skillet dish is a hearty, one-pot meal made with rotisserie chicken, low-carb noodles, and a rich, creamy sauce. Packed with protein and classic comfort food flavors, it comes together quickly for an easy weeknight dinner.
What makes this recipe stand out
- Easy to make – Using a rotisserie chicken means less prep, faster cooking, and extra flavor. No need to cook and season raw chicken, just shred, toss it in, and you’re halfway to dinner! Of course, you can easily make your own shredded chicken in the Instant Pot if you don’t want to use rotisserie chicken.
- High protein – This keto casserole packs serious protein from an entire rotisserie chicken and lupini bean noodles. Lupini beans are a powerhouse legume, loaded with protein and fiber, keeping you full and fueled.
- Low carb – Unlike traditional pasta, lupini noodles are mostly fiber, making them super low in net carbs. Plus, instead of using all-purpose flour, I use arrowroot powder to thicken the sauce without adding unnecessary carbs.
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Ingredients
1 rotisserie chicken (about 4 cups shredded, cooked chicken) -
1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup sliced celery
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1/2 cup sliced carrots
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1/4 cup finely diced onions
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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3 cups chicken broth
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6 oz lupini pasta
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
Step by Step Instructions
Step by Step Instructions
Shred the chicken
Remove all the chicken (dark & white meat) from the rotisserie chicken. Shred or chop into bite-sized chunks. Set aside. Should end up with 4-6 cups of shredded chicken.
- 1 rotisserie chicken (about 4 cups shredded, cooked chicken)
Cook the veggies
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the celery, carrot and onion. Cook until vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds or until fragrant.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 1/2 cup sliced carrot
- 1/4 cup finely diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Add the broth and noodles
Stir in the arrowroot powder or cornstarch and let cook for about 2-3 minutes or until mixture has thickened. Slowly whisk in heavy cream, followed by chicken broth. Increase the heat to medium-high. Stir in the lupini noodles and cook for 4-6 minutes or until the pasta is just al dente. Overcooking the noodles can make them break when you stir in the chicken.
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 6 oz lupini pasta
Nutrition disclaimer
The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I use as a substitute for arrowroot powder?
If you don't have arrowroot powder and want to keep the carbs down, use an equal amount of cornstarch or use 1/2 teaspoon of xanthan gum.
How can I lower the carbs even more?
If you want to lower the carbs even more, decrease the amount of onions and carrots used. You can cut the carrots out altogether, but I think they add so much flavor to the dish.
How do I make this skillet dish with raw chicken?
Cube boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts into bite-sized chunks. Season with salt and pepper. Then cook in the skillet first with the butter or cooking oil. Once seared on all sides, add the vegetables and continue cooking according to the directions. The chicken will continue to cook while the noodles are cooking.
Can I replace the heavy cream?
Yes, instead of heavy cream, nut milk, seed milk or half and half can be used instead.
Tried this last night and it turned out really tasty. The lupini pasta has a nice texture and held up well. I added a little extra garlic for flavor.