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Keto Jalapeño Popper Chicken

A creamy, cheesy keto chicken dinner inspired by classic jalapeño poppers, loaded with bacon and bold flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 jalapeños diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
  2. Season chicken breasts lightly and place in baking dish.
  3. Mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, spices, jalapeños, bacon, and green onions.
  4. Spread mixture evenly over chicken.
  5. Bake 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Broil briefly if desired, garnish, and serve.

Notes

Remove jalapeño seeds for milder flavor.