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Keto Crack Chicken Recipe

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Keto Crack Chicken is a flavorful, low-carb dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, cheesy sauce loaded with crispy bacon and aromatic spices. Perfect for those following a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle, this easy-to-make recipe combines the satisfying taste of baked chicken with rich cream cheese and melted shredded cheese for a deliciously comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 small chicken breasts
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Bacon and Butter

  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 6 ounces shredded cheese (cheddar or a cheese blend recommended)
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon celery salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried dill

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F. Lightly grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish and set it aside for later.
  2. Pound and Season Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thickness for even cooking. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Cook Bacon and Chicken: In a non-stick pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon pieces, leaving the bacon grease in the pan. Add the butter and once melted and hot, add the chicken breasts. Cook each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Transfer Chicken and Add Juices: Move the browned chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish. Pour any pan juices and melted butter over the chicken for extra flavor.
  5. Mix Cream Cheese and Spices: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with onion powder, garlic powder, celery salt, and dried dill. Whisk until smooth and evenly blended.
  6. Assemble Toppings: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top of each chicken breast in the baking dish. Sprinkle the crispy bacon pieces evenly over the cream cheese layer, then top with shredded cheese.
  7. Bake: Bake the assembled dish in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately for a warm, creamy, and cheesy keto-friendly chicken meal.

Notes

  • Pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures they cook uniformly.
  • Cooking bacon first adds rich flavor and bacon grease for sautéing the chicken.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese and cheese for the best texture and keto compliance.
  • You can substitute shredded cheese varieties like mozzarella or a cheddar blend according to preference.
  • For added flavor, fresh herbs like parsley can be sprinkled on top before serving.
  • Make sure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.

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