Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Turkey Bacon, Cream Cheese, and Cheddar Chicken—a delightful and easy-to-prepare baked chicken dish perfect for family dinners or meal prep. This creamy casserole combines tender chicken breasts with savory turkey bacon and luscious cream cheese, topped off with melted cheddar for a satisfying finish. With only a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a hearty meal that aligns with low-carb and keto-friendly diets. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 thin chicken breasts (or 2 large sliced horizontally)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 6 oz cold cream cheese (sliced)
- 8 strips cooked turkey bacon (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 F (200 C).
- Grease a 13×9 inch casserole dish with olive oil.
- Place the chicken breasts in the dish, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Layer cold cream cheese slices on top of the chicken.
- Sprinkle chopped turkey bacon evenly over the cream cheese.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 175g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 108mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Experiment with different types of cheese such as mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.