Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Chicken – Keto

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Chicken surprises with a bomb of spicy jalapeno pepper! Learn how to cook this easy recipe that’s full of flavors and texture!

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 914 kcal

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
• 20 slices bacon do not use thick cut – about 4-5 slices per breast

Glaze:

• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Cheese Stuffing:

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
• 1 jalapeno seeded and finely diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Garnish:

• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together all the GLAZE ingredients.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together all the CHEESE STUFFING ingredients.
4. Lengthwise, cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Stuff with the cheese mixture, dividing equally.
5. Wrap each chicken breast in 4-5 slices of bacon. Place the chicken breasts, seam side down in a lightly greased baking pan.
6. Top with the glaze mixture.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bacon is crispy and chicken is cooked through, basting the chicken occasionally with the pan drippings.
8. If you prefer extra crispy bacon, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
9. Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.

Nutrition Facts

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Chicken – Keto

Amount Per Serving

Calories 914Calories from Fat 666

% Daily Value*

Fat 74g114%

Saturated Fat 23g144%

Cholesterol 253mg84%

Sodium 1577mg69%

Potassium 1241mg35%

Carbohydrates 8g3%

Fiber 0g0%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 73g146%

Vitamin A 900IU18%

Vitamin C 8.2mg10%

Calcium 218mg22%

Iron 1.7mg9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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