Are you on the hunt for a simple yet satisfying meal that's packed with protein and cheesy goodness while fitting into a keto diet? Look no further! Our Keto Crack Chicken Recipe is a sublime low-carb delight featuring tender chicken breasts, zesty ranch seasoning, crispy bacon, and a creamy, rich blend of cheeses. It's the ideal combination for a truly decadent keto meal.
This low-carb main course is one of the most loved keto chicken recipes as this dish can be cooked in one-pot wonder and can be eaten in various ways. The variations and adaptability of this dish deserve an award because there is no one way to eat it! So many options to enjoy, so grab your cast iron pot, and let's get cooking this flavorsome keto meal!
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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🍗 Ingredients for this keto crack chicken recipe
- For the crack chicken
- For the ranch seasoning
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tools substitute options
- How to make Keto Crack Chicken: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- For the ranch dressing
- For chicken
- What to serve with crack chicken recipe
- How to make it healthier
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Storage
- Reheating tips
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
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Preparation and cooking overview
You can savor our Easy Crack Chicken recipe in just three simple steps. Just season the fillets, simmer them in a cast iron pot with cream cheese and heavy cream, and finally, sear them to perfection. With a total cook time of just 50 minutes, you'll be indulging in this cheesy delight in no time!
Chef's note
To take this dish to the next level, try adding a kick of flavor with sriracha or hot sauce to the seasoning mix. Explore different shredded cheese options like pepper jack or smoked gouda for a unique twist. For an extra crunch, sprinkle crushed pork rinds on top.
🍗 Ingredients for this keto crack chicken recipe
For the crack chicken
For the ranch seasoning
Ingredient substitutions
Additional ingredients
You can enjoy certain toppings and or mix your favorite ingredients in your recipe. These are all keto-friendly and add flavor to the main recipe.
Cooking tools required
To make this Keto Crack Chicken recipe, you'll need the following tools:
Tools substitute options
How to make Keto Crack Chicken: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Gather all the required ingredients and cooking tools.
- Measure out the required amounts of the ingredients and keep them organized and easily accessible.
- Set up your kitchen area to cook efficiently.
Cooking instructions
For the ranch dressing
To bring out the best flavor in ranch dressing, follow these simple steps:
- In a bowl, combine all the ranch seasoning ingredients.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to an airtight container or jar. By storing it properly in an airtight container, you'll preserve its freshness and maximize its flavor for future use.
- Remember to store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
- When you're ready to use it, simply give the container a shake to remix the ingredients.
For chicken
- Put the fillets in a cast iron pot. Season with ranch seasonings, onion powder, garlic powder, herb mixture, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken stock or broth to the pot. The liquid should just barely cover the meat.
- Add the cream cheese and heavy cream to the pot. Close the lid and cook over medium-low heat for about 25-30 minutes or until it is cooked through and tender.
- Once the meat is cooked, sear it in the same pot.
- After searing, transfer the meat to a small cast-iron pan or continue with the same pot. Heat the pan or pot again after searing the meat. Remove it from the heat.
- Add the cheese mixture of grated cheddar, mozzarella, and fried bacon pieces to the top of the chicken. Stir them until fully melted. The pan's heat and meat will be enough to melt the cheese. But if you want a more melted consistency, you can heat it again a little more.
- Sprinkle chopped spring onions on top.
- Serve and enjoy!
Chef's pro tip
Hey, just a friendly tip to avoid a common mistake - overcooking your chicken. Keep an eye on the clock and the heat when you're cooking. You know, a meat thermometer can be your best buddy to check the inside temp of the chicken accurately. Pretty handy, right?
What to serve with crack chicken recipe
Here are some keto-friendly side dishes that you can enjoy:
How to make it healthier
If you want to do some tweaks as per your dietary preferences and without compromising on taste, you can consider the following tips:
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage
You can freeze the leftovers or eat them within 3-4 days.
Reheating tips
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
Our Keto Crack Chicken recipe is a breeze to whip up and won't break the bank! This dish serves up the perfect blend of ooey-gooey cheese and high-quality chicken protein, resulting in a flavor profile that's just downright heavenly.
Whether you're planning a dinner party or just in for a quiet night at home, our Keto Crack Chicken recipe is the key to unlocking a world of flavor. So, put on that apron, gather your ingredients, and get ready for a culinary journey you'll want to relive again and again!
Frequently asked questions
Crack means the flavor formed by the combination of cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon in a dish that is addictive to your taste buds since this low-carb chicken dinner has chicken and "crack" flavors hence the name.
Certainly! You can shred or chop and proceed with the recipe by adding cream cheese and heavy cream.
Yes, you can use them, but keep in mind that the cooking time may vary.
If it turns out watery, it could be due to excess moisture from the meat or other ingredients. To avoid this, drain any excess liquid from the fillets before adding it to the recipe. Additionally, be cautious with the amount of liquid ingredients you add, such as chicken broth or cream. Start with smaller amounts and gradually add more if needed to achieve the desired consistency. If it still turns out watery, try thickening it by simmering it uncovered for a few minutes to allow the excess moisture to evaporate.
Typically, it is a low-carb dish. However, if you want to determine the exact carb count, it's recommended to check the recipe card above.
For hand shredding, firmly grasp the fillets while using two forks to separate and shred the meat until achieving the preferred consistency. If using a stand mixer, place the warm cooked meat into the bowl, turn the mixer on low speed, and let the machine shred the meat within seconds. For the food processor method, chop the cooked meat into smaller pieces, place them in the processor, and pulse until shredded to your liking, but avoid over-processing to prevent the meat from turning into a paste.
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Keto Crack Chicken
Ingredients
For the crack chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup cream cheese grated
- ¼ cup grated or shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup mozzarella
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup bacon sliced into cubes
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 4 spring onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon herb mixture
- 2 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
For the ranch seasoning
- ⅓ cup protein powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1 tablespoon herb mixture
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the ranch
- In a bowl, combine all the ranch seasoning ingredients.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to an airtight container or jar. By storing it properly in an airtight container, you'll preserve its freshness and maximize its flavor for future use.
- Remember to store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
- When you're ready to use it, simply give the container a shake to remix the ingredients.
For the crack chicken
- Put the fillets in a cast iron pot. Season with ranch seasonings, onion powder, garlic powder, herb mixture, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken stock or broth to the pot. The liquid should just barely cover the meat.
- Add the cream cheese and heavy cream to the pot. Close the lid and cook over medium-low heat for about 25-30 minutes or until it is cooked through and tender.
- Once the meat is cooked, sear it in the same pot.
- After searing, transfer the meat to a small cast-iron pan or continue with the same pot. Heat the pan or pot again after searing the meat. Remove it from the heat.
- Add the cheese mixture of grated cheddar, mozzarella, and fried bacon pieces to the top of the chicken. Stir them until fully melted. The pan's heat and meat will be enough to melt the cheese. But if you want a more melted consistency, you can heat it again a little more.
- Sprinkle chopped spring onions on top.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.
📖 Recipe
Keto Crack Chicken
Ingredients
For the crack chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup cream cheese grated
- ¼ cup grated or shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup mozzarella
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup bacon sliced into cubes
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 4 spring onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon herb mixture
- 2 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
For the ranch seasoning
- ⅓ cup protein powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1 tablespoon herb mixture
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the ranch
- In a bowl, combine all the ranch seasoning ingredients.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to an airtight container or jar. By storing it properly in an airtight container, you'll preserve its freshness and maximize its flavor for future use.
- Remember to store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
- When you're ready to use it, simply give the container a shake to remix the ingredients.
For the crack chicken
- Put the fillets in a cast iron pot. Season with ranch seasonings, onion powder, garlic powder, herb mixture, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken stock or broth to the pot. The liquid should just barely cover the meat.
- Add the cream cheese and heavy cream to the pot. Close the lid and cook over medium-low heat for about 25-30 minutes or until it is cooked through and tender.
- Once the meat is cooked, sear it in the same pot.
- After searing, transfer the meat to a small cast-iron pan or continue with the same pot. Heat the pan or pot again after searing the meat. Remove it from the heat.
- Add the cheese mixture of grated cheddar, mozzarella, and fried bacon pieces to the top of the chicken. Stir them until fully melted. The pan's heat and meat will be enough to melt the cheese. But if you want a more melted consistency, you can heat it again a little more.
- Sprinkle chopped spring onions on top.
- Serve and enjoy!
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