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Keto Crack Chicken Bacon Soup (w/ Ranch Dressing)

Keto Crack Chicken Soup is a comforting, hearty meal the entire family will love! It is creamy, cheesy, thick, and, best of all, loaded with bacon, the ultimate flavor bomb!

keto chicken bacon crack soup in a dutch oven

There is a reason they call this soup “CRACK” chicken soup. It is super addicting. I mean, how can’t it be? Creamy, cheesy chicken flavored with ranch seasoning and loaded with crispy bacon!? Yes, please! The flavors of this chicken soup are packed to the brim and will have your entire family asking for more.

I especially love how I can make this soup in advance and reheat it in the same Dutch oven later on, right over the stove. The smell will infuse the entire house warming your heart and, of course, your belly!continue reading…

Keto Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Casserole

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This Keto Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Casserole is cheesy, creamy, and best of all, can be prepared using ONE skillet. Make it ahead of time and bake it off last minute for a quick, low-carb weeknight dinner that everyone will rave over!

Here is another delicious keto-friendly casserole that will please the entire family! It is made with shredded chicken, three cheeses, riced cauliflower, and cream, so you know it will be super creamy and also have some serious cheese pull!

If you love cheesy keto casseroles, you need to check out these 37 Keto & Low Carb Casserole Recipes.

The riced cauliflower is a staple in this recipe because it adds lots of fiber without adding carbs. You can use riced broccoli as well or a combination of the two,

To make this low carb casserole quicker, I suggest preparing your shredded chicken in advance so that you can pull it straight out of your fridge or freezer with little prep. Once your chicken is ready to go, this casserole can be on the table in LESS than 30 minutes!continue reading…

Easy Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (Low Carb)

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This Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a deliciously hearty keto meal that you will LOVE! Layers of shredded chicken, ham, Swiss cheese smothered in a creamy Dijon sauce, then topped with pork panko. Are you drooling yet? The result is a flavor-packed, low carb dinner that the entire family will love!

Chicken cordon bleu is a classic dish from France that has been served for years and years. It means “blue ribbon” in French. It is traditionally made by wrapping a pounded chicken cutlet around Swiss cheese and ham. The entire thing is usually dipped in an egg wash and rolled in breadcrumbs. It can be baked or fried and is finished with a drizzle of a creamy Dijon sauce. Sounds decadent, right?

But the problem with the classic version is that the breading around the chicken and the flour in the sauce are not keto-friendly. But the good thing is, you don’t need them to enjoy those same cordon bleu flavors.

This recipe for this Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a “deconstructed” version that is low in carbs and super easy to make!continue reading…

Keto Broccoli Casserole with Ham & Cheese

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This easy Keto Broccoli Casserole with Ham & Cheese is a hearty and comforting low carb dinner that the entire family will love! This casserole is made with four different kinds of cheese and packed with fat, so it’s sure to keep your belly full.

How to make Keto Broccoli Casserole with Ham & Cheese

Who doesn’t love keto casseroles? Broccoli with cheese is a classic American combination. If you love broccoli and cheese, try my Keto & Low Carb Broccoli & Cheese Soup. I love how you can make them low in carbs but still keep them filling like my Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole With Broccoli. This low carb broccoli and cheese casserole, like most casseroles, is super quick to whip up and can be made the day prior (or a few hours in advance), which is always a plus in my book since we are always so busy! I used fresh broccoli florets, which give notoriously soft casseroles, a needed crunch factor. Plus, broccoli adds lots of fiber and nutrients to any meal.

If you would like, you could substitute the broccoli for cauliflower florets instead or add BOTH if you prefer! Both provide the same crunchy texture and add fiber to your keto diet.continue reading…

Keto Shepherd’s Pie (with Mashed Cauliflower)

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This Shepherd’s Pie recipe is made with a deliciously creamy mashed cauliflower, so it has all the flavor without the carbs! You’ll love how easy it is to make and you can even make ahead for busy nights.

This keto-friendly shepherd’s pie recipe, or “cottage pie” as some refer to it, is super hearty and guaranteed to fill your tummy. Shepherd’s pie is made with a thick layer of ground beef that is typically seasoned well and mixed with veggies and herbs before being topped with mashed potatoes. This keto version is a fantastic substitute for traditional shepherd’s pie but without all the carbs from potatoes, carrots, and peas. Instead, we use low carb veggies and cauliflower in place of the potatoes, which is the perfect substitute! Bonus points that cauliflower is full of nutrients and fiber!continue reading…

Keto/Low Carb Pasta Alternatives

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Pasta is one thing that is often missed on the keto diet. However, there ARE keto-friendly pasta alternatives that you can still enjoy that are both yummy and filling! Check out my recommendations below as well as low carb pasta recipe ideas!

Fortunately, there are SO many different products on the market these days, so we don’t have to be bored when dieting. Boredom can cause some people to fall off the keto wagon and head right for those carbs. But there is no excuse with the wide array of low carb and carb-free alternatives out there! And if your grocery store does not have what you’re looking for, ordering online is easier than ever!

Below are a few pasta alternatives you might want to throw into your online cart. I also included a few of my favorite “pasta” keto recipes that use a few of these alternatives.

Check out this keto low carb pasta alternative shopping list on Amazon.

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Air Fryer Marinated Chicken Breasts (No Breading)

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Cooking marinated chicken breasts in your air fryer could not be any easier! This recipe uses no breading but instead a delicious marinade, which yields tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken breasts that are very low in carbs and super healthy!

How to make marinated chicken breasts in your air fryer (without breading)

This air fryer chicken breast recipe is SO simple and full of flavor! You won’t miss that it has no breading. All the flavor comes from marinating the chicken breasts for 4+ hours to help the flavor infuse into the chicken. Air fryers are like mini convection ovens allowing the hot air to circulate around the chicken consistently. Air fryers cook food more evenly and distribute heat better. They are just awesome!

For this air fryer chicken recipe, I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts. I make sure to buy chicken breasts that are not too thick or thin. If you do have very thick chicken breasts, you’ll want to cut them in half lengthwise or pound them out a bit so the chicken will cook through.continue reading…

Keto Chicken Stir Fry with Vegetables

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This Keto Chicken Stir Fry recipe is made with lots of low carb vegetables and a deliciously thick stir fry sauce! Serve this chicken stir fry over a bed of steamed cauliflower rice for a delicious keto-friendly dinner!

How to make Keto Chicken Stir Fry (with Vegetables)

If you are a huge Chinese food take-out fan, this stir fry with chicken recipe is for you! Make sure you also check out my Keto Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry recipe too! It is a favorite in our house. A stir fry is such a well-rounded meal that is super low in carbs and full of fiber. Plus, they are usually packed with veggies that are completely “swappable” for lack of a better word. So if you dislike broccoli, add cauliflower, if you dislike that, add in some green beans instead. Or how about some mushrooms? The veggie choices are totally up to you!

Keto Chicken Stir Fry Ingredients:

Broccoli florets, purple onion, garlic, bell peppers: Low carb veggies that you can swap out if you wish
Chicken breasts: Boneless, skinless breasts are what I use to cut into cubes, but you can use any chicken you have on hand.
Chicken broth, Braggs aminos, brown sugar, sesame oil, Xanthan gum: These ingredients are what make up your stir fry sauce.

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Creamy Keto Chicken Marsala

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This Creamy Keto Chicken Marsala recipe is a low carb version of the traditional Italian dish. It is made in one pan using thinly sliced chicken breasts, mushrooms, and topped with a rich and creamy marsala sauce.

How to make chicken marsala keto-friendly

Your classic chicken Marsala recipe is pretty keto-friendly in general. The only thing that makes it not keto-friendly is the flour that is typically used to coat the chicken cutlets before pan-frying. The flour helps to soak up the sauce on the exterior of the chicken. It also helps to thicken the sauce.

But this keto version is made without flour or thickeners so, although the flavors are still the same, the consistency is a little different. The result is still juicy golden chicken cutlets smothered in a lusciously rich sauce that is well seasoned and full of Marsala flavor.

If you love chicken dishes, you have to try my Keto Chicken Stir Fry with Vegetables!continue reading…

Keto Big Mac Salad Recipe (with Creamy Dressing)

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Big macs on a keto diet? Yes! This Keto Big Mac Salad recipe will satisfy those big mac craving any day of the week! Made with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and topped with a deliciously creamy big mac burger sauce, I promise you will NOT miss the McDonald’s version!

How to make a keto big mac salad

Cheeseburger fan but sticking to a keto diet? I got you covered.

This big mac salad recipe is keto-friendly, low carb, and packed with those burger flavors we all love! This delicious salad is made with low carb, crisp veggies, and topped with a seasoned meat mixture that is packed with burger flavors. I love adding freshly grated cheddar cheese to many of my keto salads, and this one is no different. When you add it to the top of your warmed meat mixture, it will slightly melt, reminding you of a warm juicy cheeseburger. The creamy tangy burger “dressing” is what makes a big mac, so make sure you don’t leave it out!

Big Mac Keto Salad Ingredients:

Ground beef – Ground beef has the most flavor and fat. If you prefer you can substitute with ground turkey.
Ketchup- This adds lots of flavor to your salad. Just make sure to choose ketchup that is sugar-free.
Mustard- You might be surprised to know there is mustard in that big mac dressing. It adds another flavor you can’t leave out.
Worcestershire, Braggs aminos- I love the ‘umami’ flavor. Both of these ingredients add to ground beef.
Veggies- What’s a salad without fresh veggies?! I use romaine lettuce, red onion, and tomatoes.
Shredded cheddar – If you love cheese on your cheeseburgers, don’t skip out on the cheddar!
Dill pickles- A classic addition, they add a delicious tang and flavor that scream big mac!
Besti monkfruit allulose blend powdered: This is a sugar-free sweetener I use for the big mac sauce.

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