If you’re on the keto diet, you know that it’s key to keep your net carbs (in general, calculated as total carbs minus fiber) below a certain amount in order to stay in ketosis.

The amount depends on your activity level and other factors, but a good rule of thumb is a daily maximum of around 20 – 30 g of net carbs.  It can definitely be a challenge to stay within this and still have a healthy and satisfying diet!

We created this list of 28 delicious and easy to make keto dinners with less than 5 g of net carbs.  With this list, you should be well on your way to staying within your daily carb goal!

We hope you enjoy the list!

This recipe is a delicious alternative to traditional baked salmon.  It has a crispy garlic parmesan crust, and is full of lots of healthy fats.

It only takes 20 minutes and has 0.7 g of net carbs per serving.

Per Serving (4 oz):

• Calories: 226
• Fat: 13.1 g
• Protein: 25 g
• Net Carbs: 0.7 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This recipe is like a combination of a Caprese salad and baked chicken, with the mozzarella melted on top of the chicken along with basil and a drizzle of balsamic.

It’s so simple to make, but it’s very versatile..it can easily be an elegant main dish.

And it’s only got 2 g of net carbs per serving!

Per Serving (1/6 of recipe):

• Calories: 191
• Fat: 13 g
• Protein: 16 g
• Net Carbs: 2  g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a healthy Greek Chicken bowl, with fresh veggies and feta crumbles and an easy to make homemade Tzatziki dressing.

It has 5 g of carbs per serving.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 415
• Fat: 34 g
• Protein: 14 g
• Net Carbs: 5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a super filling and flavorful stuffed chicken breast recipe, full of cheese, sun dried tomatoes, and spinach.

It’s very versatile, since you can alter what you add in as stuffing.

And the best part is that it only takes about 30 minutes and has less than 5 g of net carbs!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 277
• Fat: 15.4 g
• Protein: 29.6 g
• Net Carbs: 4.5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a flavorful Italian herb chicken recipe that’s finished with a freshly grated parmesan cheese.

This is a great one for meal prepping and can easily be added to salads or eaten alongside some low carb veggies.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 204.7
• Fat: 9.8 g
• Protein: 27 g
• Net Carbs: 0.5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a delicious bacon wrapped asparagus recipe that is perfect for a light dinner served along with a keto-friendly side dish.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 137
• Fat: 12 g
• Protein: 5 g
• Net Carbs: 3 g

Get the recipe HERE.

Meatballs are a classic Italian staple, but unfortunately are generally not keto-friendly due to the breadcrumbs.

This is a delicious keto Meatball recipe made using almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.

This is great recipe to serve over zucchini noodles!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 301
• Fat: 21.5 g
• Protein: 23.8 g
• Net Carbs: 2.5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a super easy slow cooker pork butt recipe that will give you the most tender pulled pork you’ve ever tasted!

We love this recipe because it’s so versatile – you can top it on a salad, make lettuce wraps, or eat it along with your favorite keto side dish.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 315
• Fat: 13 g
• Protein: 43 g
• Net Carbs: 2 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a flavorful one skillet garlic dijon chicken recipe that only takes 30 minutes from start to finish!

It’s great for meal prepping for the week, or pairing with your favorite keto side dish.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 284
• Fat: 16.8 g
• Protein: 29.8 g
• Net Carbs: 3 g

Get the recipe HERE.

We love Mexican food in our house, so this one-pan Mexican Cheesy Chicken Skillet recipe is a big hit.

It has tender chicken, cheese, diced tomatoes, peppers and onions, and riced cauliflower and is seasoned with taco seasoning.

And it only has 4 g of net carbs – this will be your new go-to Mexican dish!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 295
• Fat: 20 g
• Protein: 22 g
• Net Carbs: 4 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a delicious keto taco recipe made with keto-friendly tortillas and 0 g of net carbs!

It has seasoned ground beef, and can be topped with guacomole or your favorite sugar-free salsa.

Per Serving (1 taco):

• Calories: 124
• Fat: 7 g
• Protein: 14 g
• Net Carbs: 0 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a rich and decadent pork chops recipe that includes pan seared pork chops covered in a garlic cream sauce.

The sauce also includes mushrooms and cooked spinach, which makes for a complete meal.

And it only has 3 g of net carbs per serving!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 537
• Fat: 37 g
• Protein: 46 g
• Net Carbs: 3 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a super easy to make but very filling and satisfying ground beef casserole recipe.

It only has 3 main ingredients and takes only about 30 minutes, so is a perfect keto dish for busy weekday meals.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 265
• Fat: 15 g
• Protein: 28 g
• Net Carbs: 1.9 g

Get the recipe HERE.

There’s nothing that screams comfort food more than meatloaf.  But, unfortunately, traditional meatloaf isn’t keto-friendly due to the breadcrumbs and typically sweet sauces.

This is a juicy and delicious keto-friendly meatloaf that uses pork rinds instead of breadcrumbs and sugar-free sauces.

And it only has 1 g of net carbs per serving.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 285
• Fat: 19 g
• Protein: 25 g
• Net Carbs: 1 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is an Indian curry based dish known as Butter Chicken, and has lots of rich flavor.

It pairs well with keto Naan bread or cauliflower rice and has less than 3 g of net carbs per serving.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 399
• Fat: 32 g
• Protein: 22.4 g
• Net Carbs: 2.9 g

Get the recipe HERE.

Salmon and asparagus is one of our personal favorites because it’s so easy but very healthy.

You can put both the asparagus and salmon on the same pan, and then just pop it in the oven for about 20 minutes.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 371
• Fat: 22 g
• Protein: 37 g
• Net Carbs: 5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a simple but very satisfying Mexican inspired grilled chicken recipe topped with a fresh avocado salsa.

The chicken is marinated in a cilantro lime sauce then grilled, and can easily be bulk prepped ahead of time.

The whole recipe only takes about 30 minutes and has about 5 g of net carbs.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 486
• Fat: 29 g
• Protein: 39 g
• Net Carbs: 5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

Chicken salad is a great keto staple to have at the ready because it’s so versatile and easy to make.

We like to put it over lettuce for a light dinner.   It’s high in protein, and has no net carbs.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 437
• Fat: 31 g
• Protein: 37 g
• Net Carbs: 0 g

Get the recipe HERE.

Egg salad is an easy but super versatile recipe that can be a centerpiece of a light dinner.

Put it over a lettuce salad, or make a lettuce wrap and top it with your favorite keto ingredients (like bacon!)

Per Serving:

• Calories: 222
• Fat: 19 g
• Protein: 13 g
• Net Carbs: 1 g

Get the recipe HERE.

Chicken casseroles are great keto dinner options, since they’re quick and easy to make and are very filling.

This is a delicious recipe that only has 7 main ingredients, and includes cheese, bacon, chicken, and either spinach or broccoli.

And the best part is that it only takes 20 minutes to make and has around 4 g of net carbs.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 447
• Fat: 35.8 g
• Protein: 37.3 g
• Net Carbs: 4.4 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a low carb version of a classic Southern dish, and features a pan-seared pork chop covered with cooked onions and a rich and creamy sauce.

It’s a great option for a quick and high protein meal during the week, since it only takes about 25 minutes to make.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 483
• Fat: 33 g
• Protein: 47 g
• Net Carbs: 4 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a healthy tomato-based cabbage soup with ground beef.  It’s very hearty and is a great cool weather alternative to chili.

It’s also quick – about 5 minutes of prep time and 30 minute of cook time.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 145
• Fat: 8 g
• Protein: 11 g
• Net Carbs: 4 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a rich and hearty soup for those times you really want a bacon cheeseburger!  But seriously – it’s delicious and is a great option for chilly nights.

It’s also one the whole family will love, so is a great recipe to bulk prep.  It only takes about 35 minutes!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 608
• Fat: 48 g
• Protein: 36 g
• Net Carbs: 5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

Taco salad is one of our favorite healthy and easy dinners since it’s so versatile and delicious.

It includes all the goodies like lettuce, cheese, seasoned ground beef (you could also do turkey or chicken), avocado, tomatoes and onions.

Top it with your favorite salsa and sour cream!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 333
• Fat: 26 g
• Protein: 18 g
• Net Carbs: 2 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a simple but delicious spinach salad with hard boiled eggs, cheese crisps, onion, and tomatoes, and topped with a bacon dijon dressing.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 264
• Fat: 21.9 g
• Protein: 11.8 g
• Net Carbs: 3.1 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a fresh and creamy broccoli salad recipe with lots of delicious ingredients, including cheese, bacon, onion, and avocado.  And it’s tossed in a slightly sweet and creamy dressing.

We like this recipe for somewhat light dinners during the summer, or it’s also a great side dish for cookouts!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 335
• Fat: 31 g
• Protein: 8 g
• Net Carbs: 5 g

Get the recipe HERE.

This is a simple but surprisingly satisfying kale salad with chunks of chicken and avocado and tossed in a lemon vinaigrette dressing.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 330
• Fat: 26 g
• Protein: 19 g
• Net Carbs: 3 g

Get the recipe HERE.

I used to love stuffed pepper recipes, but they’re typically filled with rice so not exactly keto-friendly.

This is a keto-friendly version that’s just as good!  It’s got ground beef and cauliflower rice, and is topped with cheese!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 295
• Fat: 14 g
• Protein: 38 g
• Net Carbs: 4 g

Get the recipe HERE.