Keto Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken (or Instant Pot!)

Name: Keto Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 185 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs; 1 cup Franks Buffalo Sauce; 1/4 cup butter; 1 tablespoon brown sugar substitute (like Surkin Gold or Swerve); 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or minced garlic); 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); Salt and Pepper (to taste)

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My kids love buffalo wings, and this Keto Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken gives us all the flavor with minimal effort and mess. I often make this recipe on the weekends, doubling it so that I have it on hand for easy meals during the week. You will love how easy this is to throw together in your Crock Pot or Instant Pot.

Overhead photo of two avocados stuffed with Keto Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken and topped with ranch dressing, blue cheese crumbles, tomato, and parsley.

If you haven't noticed by now, I am all about Buffalo Wing Flavor.

I adore this Keto Buffalo Chicken, and one of my all-time favorite sides are these Keto Cauliflower Wings. It is the star of one of my favorite chicken casseroles, and also great in a dip.

It shouldn't come as a surprise to you then, that I have found a way to work Buffalo sauce into my weekly meal prep.

This Keto Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken is the perfect dump meal. Just throw everything in and turn on your slow cooker. Come back later to buttery, juicy, and tender chicken.

(Update: I have now tested this recipe for the Instant Pot and it works beautifully!)

There are so many ways to serve this that it NEVER gets old. Buffalo Wings are great, but this is perfect to use in other recipes, or for those times when I don't feel like getting my fingers messy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make Keto Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken?

Yes! It is super-easy to make this recipe in the Instant Pot - perfect for when you need to get dinner on the table in a flash. I have added instructions in the recipe card, so if you are going to go this route, make sure you check that out because the order in which things are added is different than in the Crock-Pot.

Is Buffalo Wing Sauce Keto Friendly?

Yes, most all Buffalo Wing Sauces are suitable for a keto diet. Most have low to know carbs. BUT, you should always read the label because there are exceptions, and some do have a slightly higher carb count.

Can This Recipe Be Frozen?

Absolutely! I frequently double this recipe for meal prep. To freeze, allow to cool completely in the refrigerator and then divide into portions in freezer safe containers. Freeze for up to three months.

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Serving Suggestions

This is fabulous stuffed in avocado and topped with Keto Ranch Dressing, tomato, blue cheese crumbles, and cilantro.
It is also great over cauliflower rice with the above-mentioned accompaniments.
If you have keto wraps or bread, make a Buffalo Chicken Sandwich! I like to add shredded lettuce and chopped celery and tomatoes.
Serve over Keto Cauliflower Mash; omit the goat cheese and use blue cheese instead.
It is simply amazing on a Buffalo Chicken Pizza!

How to Make Keto Crockpot Buffalo Chicken

First, place the chicken, Buffalo hot sauce, butter, brown sugar substitute, smoked paprika, garlic powder and cayenne pepper in a slow cooker.

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 8.

Use forks to shred the chicken.

A slow cooker filled with Keto Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken and garnished with jalapenos, a red pepper ring, and cilantro.

Low Carb Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken

This Low Carb Buffalo Chicken is fabulous served on keto-friendly buns, on a salad, and served over mashed cauliflower and drizzled with blue cheese dressing. It is also fantastic in an avocado for lunch! Feel free to amp up the heat if you like - a touch more cayenne pepper should do the trick.

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