Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken

Name: Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: keto
Ingredients: Bacon; Skinless Chicken Breast; Olive Oil; Chicken Broth, Bouillon Or Consomme, Ready-to-serve Can; Onion Powder; Dill Weed, Dried; Gourmet Collection Smoked Paprika by Mccormick; Chives, Raw; Cream Cheese Spread; Chives (dried) by Yamees; Cheddar Cheese; Salt, Sea Salt; Black Pepper

413 ratings

Prepare Time 8 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

This Keto instant pot recipe for crack chicken is rich with a creamy cheese sauce, infused with aromatic herbs and spices. The chicken is browned in the instant pot before being mixed with a creamy stock and pressure cooked until tender. The juicy chicken is then shredded and combined with crispy bacon, grated cheddar and fresh chives. This one-pot Keto recipe makes a great low carb sandwich filling, topping or warm dip, perfect for the whole family to enjoy. ### What Is Crack Chicken? Crack chicken is typically prepared with shredded chicken, cream cheese, grated cheddar, crispy bacon and ranch seasoning. This addictive combination of flavors makes a great option for a low carb diet as they are all naturally Keto-friendly ingredients. We have added a hint of smoked paprika and fresh chives to our crack chicken for an extra flavor kick! ### Can I Use A Different Cut of Chicken? We have prepared our Keto instant pot recipe with whole chicken breasts. Once cooked, the meat is shredded so it is easiest to use a boneless or skinless cut of meat. You may use chicken thighs however if preferred. Please be sure to adjust your macros to account for any changes made to the original recipe.

How to make Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken

Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the instant pot. Set to sauté function. Once the oil is hot, add the bacon strips. Cook through until golden brown on both sides. Remove the bacon from the instant pot with a slotted spoon. Set to one side. Once cool enough to handle, roughly chop into bite sized chunks.
Add the remaining olive oil to the instant pot. When hot, add the chicken breasts and brown on both sides. Remove the chicken breasts from the instant pot and set to one side.
Add the stock to the instant pot while still on sauté. Stir well to deglaze the pan, lifting up any caramelization left by the bacon or chicken. You may use an alternative stock such as vegetable if desired. Cancel the sauté function.
Add the cream cheese, paprika, dried chives, onion powder, dried dill, salt and pepper. Stir well to combine with the stock until smooth. You may add or adjust seasonings to suit personal preference.
Return the chicken breasts to the instant pot. Place the lid securely on the pot and ensure it is set to sealing. Set the pressure to high and start the timer for 15 minutes. After this time, quick release the pressure.
Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the instant pot and transfer to a plate. Set the instant pot to sauté to continue to cook and thicken the sauce while you prepare the chicken. While the sauce thickens, shred the chicken with two forks into bite-sized chunks.
Finely chop the chives. Cancel the sauté function and return the chicken pieces and diced bacon to the instant pot. Add the chives and cheese. Stir well to combine, melting the cheese. Serve hot or cooled with your favorite Keto sides.

Ingredients of Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Bacon	3 slice - 6" long
2. Skinless Chicken Breast	2 medium - split
3. Olive Oil	2 tablespoon
4. Chicken Broth, Bouillon Or Consomme, Ready-to-serve Can	1 cup
5. Onion Powder	1 teaspoon
6. Dill Weed, Dried	1 teaspoon
7. Gourmet Collection Smoked Paprika by Mccormick	1 tsp
8. Chives, Raw	1 tablespoon
9. Cream Cheese Spread	⅔ cup
10. Chives (dried) by Yamees	½ teaspoon
11. Cheddar Cheese	½ cup, grated
12. Salt, Sea Salt	¼ teaspoon
13. Black Pepper	⅛ teaspoon

Keto Instant Pot Crack Chicken nutrients

caloriesKCal: 373.367 caloriesKJ: 1562.167 totalCarbs: 2.89 diabetesCarbsADA: 2.89 netCarbs: 2.694 diabetesCarbs: 2.711 fiber: 0.163 starch: 0.198 sugar: 1.928 addedSugar: 0.073 sugarAlcohols: 0.033 protein: 27.194 fat: 27.862 transFat: 0.589 monousatFat: 11.199 polyunsatFat: 2.29 omega3Fat: 0.302 omega6Fat: 1.988 saturatedFat: 12.297 cholesterol: 108.167 vitaminA: 207.089 vitaminC: 0.7 vitaminD: 0.396 vitaminE: 1.618 vitaminK: 12.05 vitaminB1: 0.102 vitaminB2: 0.259 vitaminB3: 8.619 vitaminB5: 0.926 vitaminB6: 0.427 vitaminB12: 0.597 potassium: 262.331 magnesium: 27.182 calcium: 149.064 iron: 1.414 zinc: 1.72 copper: 0.062 phosphorus: 259.841 sodium: 792.084 selenium: 23.163 folate: 12.181 choline: 70.053 alcohol: 0 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.057 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0.076 phyticAcid: 14.81 xylitol: 0 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0.006 inositol: 0.026 mannitol: 0.001

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I handle social pressure while on a keto diet?

Educate others about your dietary choices, politely decline foods that don't align with your goals, and focus on the positive changes you're experiencing.

Are cheat days allowed on a keto diet?

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It's possible to make keto-friendly choices at fast food restaurants by opting for bunless burgers, grilled chicken, salads, and avoiding high-carb condiments and sides.

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