Description
Keto Crack Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and low-carb comfort food recipe featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich cream cheese and cheddar cheese sauce, flavored with ranch seasoning and topped with crispy bacon. This quick and easy skillet dish is perfect for a satisfying keto-friendly meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying the chicken)
Cheese Sauce
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional for a little extra flavor)
Toppings and Garnish
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Extra shredded cheddar cheese, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices for 5-7 minutes until they are crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, crumble it, and set aside for later use.
- Cook the chicken: Using the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Prepare the cheese sauce: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Stir thoroughly until you achieve a smooth mixture.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chicken. Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the cheese to melt and cover the chicken evenly, creating a creamy topping.
- Add bacon: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the cheesy chicken in the skillet. Gently stir to distribute the bacon throughout the cheese sauce and chicken.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley or green onions and add extra shredded cheddar cheese on top if desired. Serve the Keto Crack Chicken hot with your choice of keto-friendly sides.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier option.
- Make homemade ranch seasoning for a fresher flavor and to control the ingredients.
- Serve with cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables to keep the meal low-carb and keto-friendly.
- Cook bacon ahead of time to speed up the recipe preparation.
- Adjust the amount of cheese or spices based on personal preference.
