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prep time
10 min
cook time
30 min
ready time
40 min
Keto Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs With Cheddar Sauce
Yes, you can indulge every once in a while, while still sticking to your keto or low carb diet! These bacon wrapped chicken thighs are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. However, they’re taken to the next level with a generous slathering of velvety cheddar cheese sauce! You’ll likely scarf down your meal faster than you cooked it!
Jessica L.
Net Carbs
2.3 g
Fiber
0.1 g
Total Carbs
2.4 g
Protein
36.4 g
Fats
57.6 g
676 cals
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Ingredients
Chicken Thigh
20 oz, boneless, raw
Salt
¼ teaspoon
Black Pepper
½ tsp
Olive Oil
2 teaspoon
Butter
1-½ tablespoon
Heavy Cream
1 cup
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 cup, shredded
Bacon
6 medium slice
Recipe Steps
steps 5
40 min
Step 1
Prepare the chicken thighs by laying them flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle them evenly on the exposed side with salt and pepper.Step 2
Gently wrap each chicken thigh with bacon. Some larger pieces may require an extra half slice of bacon. Make sure all bacon ends meet on the underside of each thigh.Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet on high heat. When the skillet is ready, place in the chicken thighs. Cook on each side for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is completely cooked through. Set the chicken aside to rest.Step 4
In a new, small pan, melt the butter over low heat. Gently whisk in the heavy cream. Bring the liquids to a simmer, and whisk until the fats are no longer separated.Step 5
With the sauce on a low heat and a gentle simmer, whisk in the cheddar cheese in 3-4 additions. Stir the sauce until it’s creamy and smooth. Serve hot over the chicken and enjoy!
Comments
UnbelievableCauliflower489925 12 days ago
Did not enjoy as bacon not cooked on the inside, which actually went against the raw chicken in preparation. That’s just me!
FortuitousKale780438 21 days ago
Add some of the bacon grease to the cheese sauce instead of the butter. You will not be disappointed!
Jenn Merten 22 days ago
Delish! had brussel sprouts for a side, drizzled some of the cheese sauce over them DROOL!!! I am not a fan of thighs, so I think next time I will sub for some chicken breasts.
IneffableCauliflower175502 a month ago
Absolutely amazing! Throw some fresh veggie on the side and I was hooked. Keto has been tougher for me cooking since I’m a toss in this and toss in that kind of cook but following this and adding a little bit of seasoning to the sauce made a perfect dish.
tammysmith327 2 months ago
This is some of the best chicken I've ever had. I did add a little garlic powder to the chicken. The cheese sauce was also very good I added a little Slap yo mama and some smoked paprika. I drizzled my serving over the chicken and some broccoli florets. Husband and teenager approved.
IneffableArugula366553 6 months ago
This is a great recipe, but I did have to make some minot tweaks. First off I seasoned the chicken with the standard: garlic, onion, and mustard powders. Then I did have to pop the chicken in the oven @400 for about 15 min. Next I also seasoned the cheddar sauce. Same as above but added some basil. The final touch was about 1/4 c fresh shredded parmesan, which adds about 18 calories per serving, but 0 carbs thankfully! Thickens up nicely with the added parm.
ChubbyMamawithallthechins 6 months ago
I didn't have thighs so I used breast. Absolutely delicious. Cheese sauce didn't thicken but still good.
Jim from ATL 6 months ago
Used this one years ago and was so excited when I ran across this today. This goes back on the menu for sure! Everyone loves this one!
Nette 6 months ago
Made this with a few changes, I wrapped chicken breast, cooked in the oven then cheese spread was added. I made extra cheese sauce for the broccoli I had steamed. The four people in my home had nothing but praises for tonight's supper. This cheese sauce was the main attraction. This recipe is easy and made a big hit. I will definitely cook this again.
BetterMe59 a month ago
And at what temperature?
Sweetelf1974 6 months ago
How long did you bake it?
MostlySonnie 7 months ago
Loved this recipe! But wayyyyy too many calories
UnbelievableCauliflower571853 6 months ago
What should the calories be then if they're incorrect?
UpbeatAvocado876309 6 months ago
The calories are incorrect
PropitiousKale380176 8 months ago
Delicious!
UnbelievableAvocado919674 8 months ago
So freaking good! I didn’t only cook them in a pan though because the bacon cooked faster than the chicken so I turned the oven onto 350 and finished them like that!
Lmrye 8 months ago
delicious! I cooked the chicken in the air fryer. The sauce is addicting!
FantasticAvocado155589 4 months ago
Also wanting to know about cook times etc for airfryer
FabulousAvocado547665 7 months ago
Hi , what temperatur did you air fry it at? And for how long? Thanks.
Midnightrider 8 months ago
Hi! Quick question. Did you cooked the chicken along with the bacon wrapped in the air fryer? Or did you cooked the bacon separately? If so, what temperature and how long? Air frying it sounds like a great idea. Thanks in advance!
Kok 9 months ago
This was ok. I will try it again with chicken breasts next time. I have a hard time with the fat on the thighs.
BlondeCIA360 9 months ago
Seriously so delicious!!!! I would eat it everyday. Just wondering with all the extra cheese sauce, what can I dip in it?! 😅
NRC 7 months ago
Celary tastes good with this sauce
Jenimharper 9 months ago
I love roasting veggies and dipping those in the cheese sauce 🤤
MirthfulAvocado208004 9 months ago
I cooked up chicken thighs and some bacon earlier today. When I saw the video I started craving it. So I made the sauce (I added a little garlic powder to it) heated up some of the bacon and one thigh. My cheese sauce didn't get as thick as in the video but it was all extremely fantastic. I also steamed some broccoli as a side. Very filling and satisfying! Will definitely make this again.
FantasticCauliflower874573 9 months ago
Cooked this dish for dinner and it was delicious. Had it with the garlic cumin spinach--winning combo! I'm new to CarbManager and loving the resources.
SamT58 10 months ago
Beautiful, I also did the chicken in the oven.
IneffableCauliflower240676 a year ago
I read the reviews and followed Vivian1959 instructions about baking in oven. This was fantastic. Definitely will make it again
FortuitousKetone476754 a year ago
Loved it!