Easy Baked Crack Chicken Recipe (Keto)
Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of this Easy Baked Crack Chicken Recipe (Keto). Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this dish features tender chicken breasts topped with a rich cream cheese mixture and delicious turkey bacon, delivering a satisfying low-carb meal that everyone will love. With its combination of ranch seasoning and melted cheese, every bite is bursting with flavor. Whether served over fresh greens or paired with your favorite veggies, this dish is versatile and family-friendly. Enjoy a comforting yet healthy dinner that’s simple to prepare and hard to resist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked turkey bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, half of the sliced scallions, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Lightly grease a baking dish. Pound chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish. Top each breast with the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 12 minutes.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and diced turkey bacon on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with remaining scallions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg