This looks like a juicy chicken breast stuffed or topped with broccoli, crispy bacon, and melted cheese—a perfect high-protein keto comfort meal.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Chicken:
2 large chicken breasts
Salt & pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
🥦 Filling:
1½ cups broccoli (steamed & chopped)
½ cup cream cheese
½ cup shredded cheddar
3–4 slices bacon (cooked & crumbled)
2 tbsp heavy cream
🧀 Topping:
½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
Extra bacon bits (optional)
Dried herbs (Italian seasoning or parsley)
🍳 Instructions
- Prep Chicken
Slice chicken breasts horizontally (butterfly) to create a pocket.
Season inside and outside. - Make Filling
Mix broccoli, cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and cream until creamy. - Stuff Chicken
Fill each chicken breast with mixture.
Secure with toothpicks if needed. - Bake
Place in baking dish.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes. - Add Cheese Topping
Sprinkle extra cheese and bacon on top.
Bake another 5–10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
🔥 Keto Tips
Add jalapeños for a spicy kick 🌶️
Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
Don’t overcook → keeps chicken tender