
Keto Jalapeno Popper Casserole with buffalo chicken is a spicy, creamy, and cheesy low-carb and keto dish. This casserole is good to prepare for game day get-togethers or midweek dinners. The casserole is made with the combination of shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, jalapeños, & has a thick coating of melted mozzarella & cheddar. It is a simple & filling way to enjoy buffalo chicken wings & jalapeño poppers. We can add the bacon crumbs on top of this Keto Jalapeno Popper Casserole for the smoky, crunchy twist, and it has a creamy base to lighten the spice. We can serve this dish with the cauliflower rice, salad, or fresh vegetables for a filling & complete meal.
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STATS:
- Cook time: Thirty mints.
- Total time: Forty-five mints.
- Serving size: 1 cup
- Serving: 6 servings
- Cuisine: American
- Prep time: Fifteen mints.
- Course: Dinner, Main Course
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb
EQUIPMENT:
- Large bowl
- Spatula
- Baking dish
- Knife
- Chopping board
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 cups of chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 oz. cream cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 4–5 jalapeños
- 6 slices of bacon
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- Salt & pepper
- Optional: green onions or chives
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- We have to use the cooked & shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken to shorten the preparation time.
BUFFALO SAUCE:
- We have to use the keto sauce like Frank’s Red Hot to prepare this casserole.
CREAM CHEESE:
- It is used to make this casserole creamy and rich, and we have to use softened cream cheese to prepare this dish.
SOUR CREAM:
- It is included to make the creamy and tangy casserole, and it balances the spicy taste of the casserole.
MAYONNAISE:
- It is used to make the smooth and rich texture of this casserole, and it should be full-fat.
SHARP CHEEDAR CHEESE:
- It is included in this casserole to provide a strong taste and texture in the casserole.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- It is included in the casserole to balance the taste of the cheddar cheese, and it melts well.
JALAPENOS:
- We add the jalapeno dice in this casserole, and we can remove the seeds and add as we like.
BACON:
- We can add the cooked bacon bits to this casserole to make this flavorful and tasty.
GARLIC & ONION SEASONING:
- Garlic & onion seasoning is added to provide the taste without the additional carbs.
SALT & PEPPER:
- It is added to the dish to prepare a flavorful and tasty dish.
OPTIONAL:
- Add some fresh green onions or chives as a garnish for some color and a subtle taste.
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INSTRUCTION:
- We would pre-heat the oven at 375 degrees F.
- Now we can spray the oil on the dish.
- Then we can combine sour cream, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, & mayo in a big dish & stir until smooth.
- We can include half of the bacon and cheeses, onion seasoning, jalapenos, garlic seasoning, and chicken.
- Stir the components with each other.
- Now we can add the mixture to the dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining bacon, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese on the batter.
- We can put it in oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Now we can garnish the Keto Jalapeno Popper Casserole with the green onions and chives and serve it warm.
SERVING IDEAS:
- Serve this chicken popper casserole with cauliflower rice or roasted broccoli florets.
- Cucumber slices or celery sticks pair with this casserole.
- We can add blue cheese or ranch dressing over this casserole.
- Fresh salad also pairs with this casserole.
- Keto garlic bread or cloud bread also greatly pairs with this casserole.
- We can serve this casserole with the keto crackers as a dip during gatherings.
TIPS:
- We have to utilize the precooked chicken to save preparation time.
- You can add the jalapenos along with the seeds to make this dish spicier.
- We could add a dash of paprika to make it more indulgent and smoky.
- You would also utilize the hand mixer for a smoother cheese blend.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Place the leftover dish in the sealed box and store the dish for four days.
FREEZER:
- We can prepare the portion of this dish and store the dish for 2 months.
FAQs:
Do I prepare this casserole before time?
- We can assemble and refrigerate the casserole for 2 days and bake the dish when required.
Will I prepare this casserole with the chicken can?
- We can prepare this casserole with the chicken can, but we have to properly drain the water before use.
Is there any alternative to cream cheese?
- We can utilize the ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt as a substitute for the cream cheese.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 420 kcal
Total Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Net Carbs: 4g
Protein: 32g
Fat: 30g
Sodium: 980mg
Potassium: 390mg
Calcium: 180mg
Iron: 1.1mg
Vitamin A: 800 IU
Serving size: 1 cup