Keto Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole Recipe
This Keto Jalapeno Popper Casserole is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy chicken dish perfect for low-carb and keto diets. It features tender chicken breasts baked in a rich mixture of cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic, jalapenos, and sharp cheddar cheese, topped with crispy bacon for extra flavor and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 to 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
Spices and Dairy
- ½ tbsp garlic powder
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Vegetables
- 5 to 6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
Meat
- 6 slices chopped bacon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) and prepare a 9×13 inch casserole dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the cubed chicken breasts evenly in a single layer at the bottom of the casserole dish, leaving slight spaces between the pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, blend together the garlic powder, softened cream cheese, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken in the dish.
- Add Jalapenos and Cheese: Sprinkle the diced, seeded jalapenos evenly over the sauced chicken, followed by an even layer of shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Add Bacon and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle the chopped bacon on top for a crispy, savory finish, and serve hot for a delicious ketogenic meal.
Notes
- Seed jalapenos carefully to control the heat level; leave some seeds in for extra spice if desired.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to blend smoothly with the heavy cream.
- You can substitute sharp cheddar with pepper jack cheese for a spicier twist.
- Crisp the bacon ahead of time for better texture before sprinkling on top.
- This casserole reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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