Creamy Keto Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole
A low-carb, keto-friendly casserole combining tender shredded chicken, zesty jalapenos, and a rich, cheesy sauce with a touch of halal-friendly bacon. Ready in 40 minutes, this family-friendly dish delivers bold flavor with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Keto Dinner Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
2 lbs cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
5 large fresh jalapenos, seeded and diced
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 slices cooked halal turkey bacon, crumbled (or vegetable bacon alternative)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a large bowl, mix chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream until smooth
Fold jalapenos into the cheese mixture
In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half the cheese mixture
Top with half the chicken, then half the cheddar cheese
Repeat layers, finishing with remaining cheese on top
Sprinkle crumbled halal turkey bacon over the top
Bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden
Notes
For extra kick, leave jalapeno seeds in
Use pre-shredded cheddar cheese for convenience
Let casserole rest 5 minutes before serving
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh chives or green onions
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg