Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Get ready to warm up with bold, spicy flavor! This Keto Buffalo Chicken Soup is packed with protein, rich dairy fats, and a kick of heat from classic buffalo sauce. It’s creamy, comforting, and surprisingly low in carbs—perfect for chilly nights or when you’re craving something hearty with a punch.
With just 4g net carbs and a whopping 57g of protein per serving, this soup fits perfectly into your keto macros. The combination of cream cheese, heavy cream, butter, and buffalo sauce creates a velvety texture, while tender shredded chicken makes it ultra-filling. It’s a keto spin on your favorite game-day flavors, with none of the guilt.
Learn more about the health benefits of high-protein meals from Harvard Health, and how they can support weight loss and muscle retention on a keto diet.
Ingredients
- 4 medium celery stalks, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 tbsp butter
- 1 quart chicken broth
- 2 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp dried thyme
For Garnish
- Sour cream
- Green onions, thinly sliced
- Blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm a bit of olive oil.
- Add diced celery and carrots. Sauté until shiny and slightly tender, about 3–4 minutes.
- Place chicken breasts into the pot, cover, and cook for about 5–6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred with forks, and set aside.
- Pour in chicken broth, then stir in butter, cream, and cream cheese. Stir continuously until smooth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then return shredded chicken to the pot and stir in buffalo sauce. Adjust to desired spice level.
- Add salt and thyme. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with sour cream, blue cheese crumbles, and green onions.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 563
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fats: 32.5 g
- Proteins: 57 g
Why You’ll Love This Keto Soup
Besides its bold, satisfying flavor, this soup is packed with high-quality fats and protein—two cornerstones of a successful ketogenic diet. It keeps you full for hours and satisfies that craving for something indulgent while keeping your carb count low.
According to the National Institutes of Health, meals high in protein and moderate in fat help improve satiety and fat oxidation—perfect for weight loss on keto.
Tips & Variations
- Mild Version: Use half the buffalo sauce or opt for a mild wing sauce.
- Extra Creamy: Add another ounce of cream cheese or a splash of sour cream directly to the soup.
- Crispy Topping: Top with crumbled bacon for an extra crunch!