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Comforting Keto Crack Chicken Casserole Recipe with Bacon and Cheddar

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A warm, hearty, and keto-friendly casserole featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 450 g)
  • 6 strips bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (150 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions (about 2 stalks)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the bacon in a cold skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Remove, drain on paper towels, and crumble. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sear chicken in the skillet with bacon fat over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden but not fully cooked (internal temperature about 140°F / 60°C). Transfer to a plate and let rest.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  5. Dice the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and fold into the creamy mixture. Add crumbled bacon (reserve a tablespoon for topping) and chopped green onions. Mix gently to combine.
  6. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in an oven-safe casserole dish (around 9×13 inches). Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and reserved bacon bits on top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
  8. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep some bacon fat for searing chicken to add smokiness. Rest chicken after searing to keep it juicy. If cream cheese isn’t soft, microwave for 15 seconds before mixing. Tent casserole with foil if top browns too quickly. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days and freeze well.

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Keywords: keto, crack chicken casserole, bacon, cheddar, low-carb, comfort food, easy dinner, creamy chicken casserole

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