Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole
A rich, creamy, ultra-keto chicken casserole inspired by classic jalapeño poppers—loaded with cheese, bacon, and just the right amount of heat. Perfect for an easy low-carb dinner!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 520kcal
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Skillet
Ingredients
Chicken Base
- 2 lb cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped jalapeños fresh or pickled
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 jalapeño sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded chicken until fully coated. Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, and sliced jalapeños.
- Bake 20–25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly with melted cheese.
Notes
Spice level can be adjusted by using more or fewer jalapeños. Serve with keto veggies, over cauliflower rice, or as a dip for celery sticks.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 160mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 560mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 520IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 260mg | Iron: 2.1mg