Description

Keto Crack Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and smoky low-carb dish featuring tender chicken breasts, crispy bacon, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and ranch seasoning. Perfect for keto diets or anyone craving an indulgent yet nourishing comfort meal, this recipe is easy to prepare and versatile for various serving styles.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Bacon

6 slices bacon

Cheese and Dairy

8 oz cream cheese, cut into chunks
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Seasonings and Fresh

2 teaspoons ranch seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with garlic powder and ranch seasoning to infuse robust flavor from the start.
Cook the Bacon: Fry the bacon slices until crispy, then drain on paper towels. Reserve rendered fat if desired for extra flavor during cooking.
Combine Ingredients: In a slow cooker or oven-safe dish, arrange the seasoned chicken, dollops of cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon. Mix some of the ingredients gently to ensure even flavor distribution.
Cook Until Tender: Slow cook on low for 4-6 hours or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Shred and Garnish: Remove the cooked chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Stir the shredded chicken back into the creamy cheese mixture. Top with chopped green onions for freshness and color.

Notes

Using chicken thighs can provide juicier, more tender results.
Don’t skip the cream cheese—it’s essential for silky texture.
Cook bacon and shred chicken ahead of time to speed up preparation.
Adjust cheddar cheese quantity or try a cheese blend for extra cheesiness.
Cooking low and slow in a slow cooker yields more tender, flavorful chicken.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes (baking) or 4-6 hours (slow cooker)
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 35 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 3 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 150 mg

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