Recipe

Keto Crack Chicken

This keto crack chicken is a delicious and addictive dinner recipe combining chicken, bacon, two kinds of cheeses, and ranch dressing! Low in carbs but full of flavor, it comes together in under 20 minutes!

Keto Crack Chicken

Total time

35 min

Servings

4

Net carbs

0g

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Ingredients

What you need

Adjust servings

4 servings
4
  • 4 small chicken breasts
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder, divided
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon celery salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried dill
  • ¼ teaspoon mustard powder
  • 6 ounces shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella blend)

Instructions

How to cook it

Prep timer

35:00

Cooking cue

Cook until the thickest piece reaches 165F and the juices run clear.

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and gently pound with a meat mallet until they're about 1/4 inch thick throughout. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  3. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-6 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pan.
  4. Add butter to the bacon grease in the skillet. Once melted and hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown on the outside (chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked through yet).
  5. Transfer the seared chicken breasts to your prepared baking dish and pour any pan drippings over the top.
  6. In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, celery salt, dried dill, and mustard powder. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  7. Spread the seasoned cream cheese mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast. Sprinkle the crispy bacon over the cream cheese layer, then top everything with the shredded cheese blend.
  8. Cook until the thickest piece reaches 165F and the juices run clear.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
  10. Taste and adjust the seasoning at the end, then serve while everything is hot or freshly chilled.

Source & attribution

thebigmansworld.com · IMPORTED

https://diet.driv.space/recipes/keto-crack-chickenthebigmansworld.com reference: https://thebigmansworld.com/keto-crack-chicken/

The original timing appeared underestimated. Adjusted to account for pounding chicken, cooking bacon and chicken on stovetop, and baking time. The spice blend (onion powder, garlic powder, celery salt, dill, mustard powder) creates a homemade ranch seasoning when mixed with cream cheese. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.