Keto Monterey Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 slices cooked bacon
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound thin-cut boneless skinless chicken breasts (you can chop them into smaller pieces for a casserole-style presentation)
• 6 tablespoons sugar-free BBQ sauce
• 2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven’s broiler to high.
2. Prepare the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Sear the Chicken: In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken breasts. Sear the chicken on each side for about 4 minutes or until they develop a golden-brown crust.
4. Simmer the Chicken: Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the chicken to simmer until it is cooked through. This should take about 10-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken.
5. Add BBQ Sauce: Once the chicken is cooked through, spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons of sugar-free BBQ sauce on top of each chicken breast.
6. Layer with Bacon: Divide the cooked bacon evenly and place it on top of each chicken breast.
7. Cheese Layers: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the bacon, followed by the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
8. Broil: Place the skillet on the top rack of the preheated oven. Broil on high for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken is nicely browned.
9. Garnish: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle parsley over the top for a fresh touch.
10. Serve: Your Keto Monterey Chicken is now ready to be served. You can serve it directly from the skillet or transfer it to a serving platter. Enjoy!

This delicious Keto Monterey Chicken is rich in flavor and low in carbs, making it a great choice for a keto-friendly meal. Each serving is approximately 437 calories with 28g of fat, 1g of carbs, and 40g of protein. Enjoy your keto meal!