Keto Crack Chicken Recipe: Chicken Broth Essential?

Keto crack chicken is a delicious, addictive, and hearty meal that combines chicken, bacon, cheese, and ranch seasoning. The dish is low-carb and can be made in a slow cooker, oven, or instant pot. The recipe typically includes chicken broth and is perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Oven-baked keto crack chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breasts
• 10 oz cream cheese
• 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
• 5 oz bacon, diced
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• 3 cups baby spinach
• Chicken broth

Method:

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Shred the meat from a rotisserie chicken and remove the skin. Alternatively, boil the chicken fillets in chicken broth for 20 minutes under the lid and shred them using two forks when done.

Mix the ranch seasoning, salt (if the ranch seasoning doesn't already contain salt), and cream cheese in a bowl. Place the chicken in a baking dish. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the chicken. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and cooked bacon.

Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chives and ground black pepper. Serve with baby spinach.

Tips:

• This recipe can also be made in a slow cooker or an instant pot.
• Store-bought ranch seasoning usually contains a lot of additives and hidden sugar, so it is recommended to make your own.
• This dish keeps fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. It also freezes well for up to three months.

Slow cooker keto crack chicken

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 1 packet ranch seasoning (or make your own with dried parsley, dried dill, dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper)
• 16 oz cream cheese, cubed
• 10 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ⅓ cup sliced green onions
• ½ cup chicken broth (only needed for the Instant Pot method)

Method

• Add chicken to the slow cooker.
• Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the chicken.
• Top with cubed cream cheese.
• Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
• Turn the heat to warm.
• Shred the chicken using two forks.
• Stir in the bacon.
• Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
• Cover and let sit for 5-10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
• Top with green onions.

Tips

• If you're short on time, you can use frozen chicken. Just add 5 minutes to the Instant Pot method or 1-2 hours to the slow cooker method.
• You can also use an electric mixer to shred the chicken—it's the quickest method!
• This recipe is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Instant Pot keto crack chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breast
• 10 oz cream cheese
• 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
• 5 oz bacon, diced
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

Method:

• Mix the ranch seasoning, salt (if the ranch seasoning doesn't already contain salt), and cream cheese in a bowl.
• Place the chicken in the bottom of the Instant Pot. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the chicken.
• Close the lid and the vent and cook on high for 15 minutes. Let the steam release naturally for 10 minutes. Open the lid and shred the chicken.
• Stir in the cooked bacon and sprinkle with cheese and ground black pepper.
• Garnish with chives.
• Serve with baby spinach.

Tips:

• This recipe can also be made in the oven or a slow cooker.
• Store-bought ranch seasoning usually contains a lot of additives and hidden sugar, so it is recommended to make your own.
• This recipe freezes well for up to three months.

Variations:

• For a thinner sauce, mix in some heavy cream, chicken stock, vegetable broth, mayonnaise, sour cream, or marinara sauce.
• Add vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, or cauliflower.
• Substitute pepper jack cheese for a kick.
• Use this recipe as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or dips.

Keto crack chicken casserole

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 packet ranch seasoning
• 16 oz cream cheese, cubed
• 10 slices bacon, cooked & chopped
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ⅓ cup sliced green onions
• ½ cup chicken broth (only for instant pot)

Method:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Pound the chicken breast or thighs until they are about ¼ inch thick to ensure even cooking. Place the chicken in a single layer in a 9x13 baking dish.

In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, ranch seasoning, ½ cup cheddar cheese, and bacon. Spread this mixture over the chicken. Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.

Bake the chicken in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove from the oven and top with green onions.

Tips:

• If you don't want to wait for the oven to heat up, you can also make this recipe in a slow cooker or instant pot.
• You can also use frozen chicken in this recipe. Just add 5 minutes to the instant pot and 1-2 hours to the slow cooker.
• This recipe can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Keto crack chicken dip

This keto crack chicken dip is a delicious and addictive recipe that combines chicken, bacon, cheese, and ranch seasoning. It is perfect for any party or gathering and can be made in advance and frozen for up to three months. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make this tasty dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of chicken breasts or thighs
• 1 packet of ranch seasoning (or make your own with dried parsley, dried dill, dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper)
• 8 oz of cream cheese, softened or cubed
• 4-8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled or chopped
• 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or more, to taste)
• Optional: green onions, parsley, or chives for garnish

Instructions:

Start by frying or baking the bacon until crispy, and set aside. You can also use pre-cooked bacon bits if you prefer. Next, shred the chicken using a fork or an electric mixer. Place the shredded chicken in a slow cooker or crockpot, and add the ranch seasoning and cream cheese. Mix well, and cook on low for 3-5 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked.

Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese has melted. If you like your dip extra cheesy, feel free to add more shredded cheese! Finally, sprinkle with chopped green onions, parsley, or chives as a garnish.

Serving Suggestions:

This keto crack chicken dip is perfect for serving at parties or gatherings. Serve it with low-carb vegetables like celery, bell peppers, or carrots, or with keto-friendly crackers or tortilla chips. It can also be used as a sandwich filling or wrap filling, or served on top of a salad or keto bread.

Storage and Reheating:

This dip can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. To reheat, simply place in the microwave for a few minutes or until warmed through. If reheating from frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator first.

Enjoy this delicious and addictive keto crack chicken dip! It's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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