If you are looking to simplify your meal prep then check out these 12 lazy keto recipes. These lazy keto meals can help you save time in the kitchen and stick to your ketogenic diet making it easier for you to continue to lose weight.
When following the keto diet you are told to track the three main macronutrients (macros) needed by the body :
- Fat
- Protein
- Carbohydrates
Many people start out keeping careful track. Then you find tracking becomes tedious and you stop. No one wants to spend their time tracking macros day after day.
I know that’s how I felt after tracking them for weeks. Rather then not tracking any of the macros I realized that I only needed to focus on one of the macro in order to stay on track – CARBS!
When I focused on keeping track of the number of carbs I ate I discovered that I would eat enough fat and protein. And so I started following what is known as the lazy keto diet method.
What is the lazy keto diet?
The lazy keto diet method is a form of keto diet in which the only macronutrient you count is the carbohydrates.
This makes things so much easier. I find that I am more willing to follow through with tracking if I am not making myself crazy by keeping track of every little thing.
I don’t know about you but life keeps me busy. I don’t want to resort to take out meals and fast foods. I want to be able to make delicious keto meals at home that don’t take FOREVER to make, need fancy ingredients or are super expensive to make.
Along the way I’ve found meals that my family enjoy what I call lazy keto meals.
- They are fast.
- They are easy.
- They taste good.
And, the only thing I track are the carbs. If you need some fast, easy and delicious lazy keto meals in your life then give some of these a try.
If you are looking for more information about the lazy keto diet method then this page (Lazy Keto Information) might be just what you are looking for. Stop by and check it out.
Now, on to some delicious fast and easy meal!
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CROCKPOT BARBACOA
Love take out barbacoa? Then this crockpot barbacoa recipe will save you a ton of money! Crockpot barbacoa is so easy to take, tastes delicious and is a recipe that everyone loves whether on keto or a traditional diet.
For Keto: serve this up served over cauliflower rice for a taco bowl. Got a favorite low carb tortilla? Use them to make your own tacos or burritos. Serve the crockpot barbacoa over your favorite salad greens for a delicious and healthy salad.
You can use this same recipe to serve to family members who follow a more traditional diet. Serve this barbacoa over rice for a taco bowl, in flour or corn tortillas oven even over tortilla chips for nachos.
Cajun Shrimp and Vegetables
This dish is amazingly delicious and so fast to make. When I prep my vegetables I often make enough for a double batch so I can create a freezer meal to eat at a later time. Why not try this out for yourself. Freezer meal directions are included in the recipe.
Looking to change this one up a bit? Add a 15 ounce can of diced tomatoes when you add in the shrimp and simmer for additional 5 minutes. Delicious!
Keto Big Mac Salad
What do you do when you are craving your favorite fast food burger but are on the keto diet?
Easy. You enjoy it without the bun! This keto Big Mac Salad is a winner and even the non keto members of my family love it too! Bonus points for the special sauce being able to be used as a tasty dipping sauce for chicken.
Baked Creamy Pesto Chicken
This baked creamy pesto chicken is so simple to make. Cream cheese is mixed with pesto and tops each chicken breast. Top with tomato slices if desired. This recipe comes together in minutes and is made with just a few simple ingredients. Each serving is 5 net grams of carbs depending upon your brand of pesto used. You can serve it over cauliflower rice. Try one of the cauliflower rice variations such as the Pesto Cauliflower Rice or the Garlic and Herb Cauliflower Rice. It also tastes delicious served over cauliflower mashed potatoes.
Salmon Fish Cakes with Bang Bang sauce
Use fresh salmon or go with canned salmon to save you even more time when making this recipe. The Bang Bang sauce is a slightly spicy, slightly sweet sauce that adds flavor to the salmon patties and it also doubles as a sauce/dressing to go over them too. 4 ounces of Salmon patties with sauce has 2 net grams of carbs.
Want to change up the taste or don’t care for salmon? Then replace the salmon with any type of fish (cod, tilapia, tuna) and you’ve still got a deliciously fast and easy fish cake to enjoy.
Baked Crack Chicken
I love recipes that are so delicious that even my non keto family members ask for more. This baked crack chicken is that recipe. Out of all of these 12 lazy keto recipes this one is a family favorite.
Simply bake some chicken breasts, top with a ranch cream cheese mixture, shredded cheese and bacon bits. Bake until melty and serve! If you don’t keep cooked bacon on hand then use store bought cooked bacon or diced bacon (find it in the salad dressing section in most stores).
If you don’t keep cooked bacon on hand then you should check out this post on oven bacon because having it stored in your freezer is a HUGE time saver on many recipes.
Serve this up with cauliflower mashed potatoes, asparagus spears, broccoli or your favorite salad.
Keto Chicken Enchiladas
If you love Mexican food, especially chicken enchiladas, but are on a keto diet, then try this easy keto chicken enchiladas recipe. I use a unique ingredient to make these extra low in carbs.
This recipe can be quickly made by using shredded rotisserie chicken or this easy to make shredded crockpot chicken. I often make a big batch of this shredded chicken and divide it up into meal sized freezer bags. It cuts down on the amount of time it takes me to get dinner on the table when half of the meal is already prepared.
Keto Chicken Pad Thai
Looking for a keto meal but you still need to feed your family….and they don’t eat keto? This recipe is super versatile. The chicken Pad Thai can be served over spaghetti squash (to keep it keto) and then served over rice noodles for your more traditional eaters. Everyone will love this one!
Beef Taco Skillet
Your whole family will love this easy and versatile 30-minute easy beef taco skillet recipe. It makes a quick meal that everyone can enjoy no matter what type of diet they follow….. keto, gluten free, traditional, etc. The main course will fit all eating styles and the sides or toppings can be varied to suit your needs.
This beef taco skillet can be a lunch or dinner entrée or you can serve it as an appetizer. No matter when you serve it everyone will enjoy this recipe.
Keto Twisted Bacon
Is it possible to make bacon even more delicious than it already is? Yes! This twisted candied bacon takes bacon to a whole new level. Each slice of bacon is coated in a mixture of keto sweetener and spices. The mixtures turns into an incredibly delicious candied coating when baked in the oven. Give this recipe a try!
Cajun Chicken and Sausage
Looking for another fast and easy keto meal to make? Check out this crockpot Cajun chicken and sausage meal. Layer in the vegetables and diced sausage. Sprinkle with seasoning and top with seasoning chicken. Turn your crockpot on and come back a few hours later to a delicious meal your whole family will love!
Serve over shirataki rice or noodles, cauliflower rice or your favorite low carb noodle. For your non keto family members serve over traditional rice.
Keto Blueberry Muffins
Let’s not forget a fast and easy keto breakfast……blueberry muffins!
Taking less than 30 minutes to make, these muffins can be enjoyed for breakfast or even as a delicious snack.
How about some dessert? Why not try these amazing praline cinnamon muffins!
Praline Cinnamon Muffins
These keto cinnamon muffins are topped with a crunchy praline topping made with crunchy coconut and pecans. Eat them for breakfast or try them as a quick treat. I love to cut the muffins in half so I can spread a bit of butter between them. So good and I don’t end up missing high carb muffins any more.
If you are looking for some super fast and easy recipes to make then try one of these 12 lazy keto recipes listed above.
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