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Keto Healthy Recipes Bacon BBQ Chicken Bombs

There’s something about bacon-wrapped chicken that feels like comfort food and celebration all at once. When I first made these Bacon BBQ Chicken Bombs, I laughed at how something so simple could make me feel like a backyard hero. Tender chicken tucked inside, creamy cheese melting just right, all hugged by crispy bacon—tell me that doesn’t sound like dinner magic. Now, let’s be honest, this isn’t one of those fussy recipes where you need a dozen spices you’ll never use again. Nope, this is practical cooking at its best. A little prep, a little sizzle, and suddenly you’ve got yourself a keto-friendly dish that checks all the boxes. Flavor? Absolutely. Texture? Crispy meets juicy. Simplicity? You bet. I’ve served these to friends who aren’t even on a low-carb kick, and they never complain. In fact, they usually ask for seconds. That’s the charm here: it’s satisfying without weighing you down. So whether you’re chasing keto dinner recipes chicken style, craving something like that keto marry me chicken recipe you saw once, or just hunting for healthy chicken recipes that don’t taste like cardboard, this one’s going to earn a permanent spot in your rotation.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: bacon wrapped chicken, BBQ chicken recipes, healthy chicken recipes, keto dinner recipes chicken, Keto Healthy Recipes, keto marry me chicken recipe, keto recipes, low carb dinner ideas
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Linda

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (sugar-free for keto)
  • 8 slices bacon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Butterfly each chicken breast and spread a spoonful of cream cheese inside.
  3. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the cream cheese and fold the chicken back together.
  4. Wrap each chicken breast tightly with two slices of bacon.
  5. Brush BBQ sauce generously over each bacon-wrapped chicken breast.
  6. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving if you like.