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Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken Skillet

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Rich and cheesy!

I was determined to hammer out this low carb jalapeno popper chicken after chatting with my friend, Kristy . . .

Brace yourself! Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken. All your favorites in one place. And it's easy to make! | The Recipe Wench

Kristy told me she needed low-carb snacks and dinner ideas that didn't take forever to make . . . and that didn't include cauliflower or shrimp.

A reasonable request.

Kristy just started a new job -- on top of being a mom to an energetic 3 year old, wife to a military man and doggie mamma to a gigantic, lovable Golden Retriever.

She doesn't have the luxury of time when it comes to getting dinner on the table, sooooo

Challenge accepted!

I started by testing out a recipe I found at Aunt Bee's Recipes.  It was delicious but I had to make a few changes -- fresh jalapenos make a world of difference.

I also changed the cooking technique for the chicken.

Brace yourself! Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken. All your favorites in one place. And it's easy to make! | The Recipe Wench

 

This dish is low-carb comfort food!  And it doesn't take long to make at all!

Here's our video How-To

One of the extra benefits is that while it's baking I have time to tidy the kitchen, set the table . . .

. . . and pour a glass of wine.

If you're cooking for someone who doesn't appreciate the low-carb aspect of this dish, whip a handful of tortilla chips at them to crumble over the top.

Problem solved!

This is even a great dinner party main course.

Rich, cheesy jalapeno popper chicken. Don't forget the bacon! - Enjoy! | The Recipe Wench

Serve it up in a gorgeous casserole.

I'm loving Polish pottery at the moment. I have a few pieces (thank you, Alyssa and Jackie!).  I get them here in Italy for a semi-decent price, but I've found much more affordable options on Amazon.  There are several to choose from, but I think this Polish Pottery Baker is gorgeous. (Affiliate link)

What I like best is that the Polish pottery patterns can be mixed and matched.

Jeff and I are headed to Prague over Thanksgiving weekend. I'm hoping to pick up a few more pieces

And if you need more low carb dinner ideas -- I've got a couple for you to try:

Eggplant Parmesan is a delicious low-carb option.  Skip the side of bread and serve yourself another portion -- it's that good!

Also this Grilled Marinated Flank Steak.  Really easy!

Enjoy! - The Recipe Wench

Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken Skillet

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Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken Skillet
Serves 4-6
Prep time 20 minutes
Cook time 20 minutes
Total time 40 minutes
Meal type Main Dish
This low-carb jalapeno popper chicken skillet is easy and fast. For easy clean up, multi-task by using one ovenproof skillet to cook bacon, saute chicken and to bake the entire assembled dish. Low carb never tasted so good!

Ingredients

  • 5 Slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 4-6 boneless chicken breasts, trimmed of excess fat (If thick, flatten a bit with mallet)
  • 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 Ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ Cup mayo
  • ½ Teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 Cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ Cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4-6 fresh jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (seeds and ribs removed)
  • cilantro sprigs for garnish

Note

Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Skillet evolved from Aunt Bee's Recipes' similarly named dish.

I've made a few changes to suit our tastes and cooking style.  Streamline clean-up by using a cast iron skillet -- cook the bacon, the chicken, saute the jalapenos and then heat the entire assembled dish.  I even bring it to the table in the cast iron skillet.  Easy!

Enjoy! - The Recipe Wench

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350ºF.

Cook bacon to crispy, set aside.

Season chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper and cook over medium-high heat either in the same pan you used for the bacon (pour off all but 1 Tablespoon of grease) or use a different skillet and add about a tablespoon of olive oil.

Depending on the size of the breasts, cook each side 3-4 minutes, or until juices run clear.

While chicken is cooking, remove seeds/ribs from jalapenos. Chop peppers finely.

Once chicken is done, move to plate and set aside.

Add chopped jalapenos to pan and saute briefly. Turn off heat.

In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, mayo, a little salt and pepper to taste, garlic powder.

Add cheddar and parmesan cheeses (I reserve a little for topping before baking), sauteed jalapenos, crumbled bacon.

Place chicken back into skillet (or other ovenproof dish), top with cream cheese mixture, sprinkle a little additional cheddar and parmesan if desired.

Bake in oven until well heated (about 20 minutes).

Brace yourself! Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken. All your favorites in one place. And it's easy to make! | The Recipe Wench

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Comments

  1. Brenna says

    Soooo. I cheated with this and tossed in a crockpot. Low. 4 hours. Shred the chicken. Plate on a bed of egg noodles. 🤌🏻
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    • Feast Support says

      How was it??? Sounds so easy!
      Reply

  2. Rachel says

    Just made this for my family, and we all LOVED it. Using 4 chicken breasts and just 2 jalapeños, the heat was minimal enough that even my 3 and 5 year old could (and did) eat every bite! Thank you! So delicious!
    Reply

  3. Jamie says

    Was excellent . Really changed up chicken. Made it a little hotter, but the family loved this dish.
    Reply

  4. Tiffani says

    Can you please provide nutrition facts. Would love to try but can not without
    Reply

    • Bridget says

      The nutrition information is going to vary greatly depending on size of chicken breasts, for example. There are many variables in products such as bacon, cream cheese, cheddar, etc. I recommend using one of the many online nutrition calculators once you have all your ingredients in front of you. Depending on your nutrition needs, you can vary this recipe to suit your needs. For example, you can use low-fat cheeses, leaner bacon, less chicken, etc. This is a delicious recipe -- I hope you can find a way to make it work. Here's a link to an online calculator if you're interested: My Fitness Pal Nutrition Calculator
      Reply

  5. anonymous says

    When I served this for dinner tonight the family said, "oh! we liked this the last time you made this." I didn't even remember having made it before but I will definitely remember to make it again--it's a really easy dish to prepare and is really delicious!
    Reply

    • Bridget says

      So great to hear! And that's hilarious that your family remembers things you don't. Happens to me all the time!
      Reply

  6. Synethia says

    Ok I know this is a weird question but am I adding the shredded cheese, Parmesan, bacon and jalapeños with the cream cheese mixture? Doesn't specify what to add it to, I am just double checking, I want to get the recipe accurate.
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    • Bridget says

      Not a weird question at all. Thanks for asking! Yes, add the cheeses, bacon and jalapenos to the cream cheese mixture. Let me know how it goes -- I hope you love it!
      Reply

  7. Jess Zee says

    any idea on the nutrition facts?
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    • Bridget says

      Great question. I think there are several variables that would affect this recipe. For example, size of chicken breast, amount of bacon, calorie content of the particular brand of cream cheese used, etc. You're probably going to get the most accurate nutritional info if you calculate it yourself using the nutritional values of the particular products used. The USDA Foods List has a search function allowing you to find the nutritional info on a wide variety of foods.
      Reply

    • Alisha says

      If you haven't tried the USDA calculator, it's a great tool and has many name brand products already registered You can put in custom values as well. https://m.supertracker.usda.gov/myrecipe.aspx
      Reply

  8. Sheryl Jordan says

    Delicious! I added a layer of broccoli this week under the cheese mixtures for a all in one dish. I mean, who doesn't love chess and broccoli with a kick!
    Reply

    • Bridget says

      Broccoli! What a great idea! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
      Reply

  9. auntbeesrecipes says

    Oh my word does that look delicious! So glad my recipe inspired you!
    Reply

    • Bridget says

      It was delicious and will be making a regular appearance on our table. Thanks so much for the great start!
      Reply

  10. Bridget says

    I'm sorry -- you'll need to revise the post to eliminate the instructions. That will give your readers a reason to visit my site. If you do that, I will grant permission to use my copyrighted photos. Thank you.
    Reply

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