Creamy Keto Crack Chicken with Bacon and Cheese
This creamy keto crack chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts, crispy bacon, and a flavorful ranch-inspired cream cheese sauce topped with melted cheddar and mozzarella. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a perfect low-carb dinner that the whole family will love.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 6 ounces shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese mix
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon celery salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
Instructions
Follow these steps in order for best results.
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 2
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon and leave the bacon fat in the pan.
Step 4
Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking dish and pour any pan juices over it.
Step 5
In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with onion powder, garlic powder, celery salt, dried dill, and mustard powder until smooth.
Step 6
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast. Sprinkle the cooked bacon on top, followed by the shredded cheese.
Step 7
Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this recipe keto-friendly?
This recipe is low in carbohydrates, using high-fat ingredients like cream cheese, bacon, and cheese, which fit perfectly within a ketogenic diet.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, skinless chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts and will add extra juiciness to the dish.
Can I prepare this recipe in a slow cooker or Instant Pot?
Absolutely! You can cook the bacon and chicken on the stovetop then finish the dish in a slow cooker on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, or use the Instant Pot to pressure cook for 15 minutes.
How should leftovers be stored?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months.
