Description
Hearty chicken bacon ranch keto bowls deliver a low-carb flavor explosion that satisfies serious cravings. Packed with creamy ranch, crisp bacon, and tender chicken, this dish provides a delicious meal perfect for keto dieters seeking maximum taste with minimal carbohydrates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsps water (to thin, if needed)
Instructions
- Chicken Preparation: Massage chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, then grill in a heated pan over medium heat for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165F/74C.
- Resting Phase: Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into tender strips.
- Ranch Dressing Creation: Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, parsley, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, adjusting liquid consistency with water as needed.
- Bowl Assembly: Layer romaine or mixed greens in serving dishes, strategically positioning grilled chicken slices, crispy bacon pieces, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar, sliced avocado, and diced red onion.
- Final Touch: Generously drizzle homemade ranch dressing over the composed bowl and serve immediately for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure chicken reaches exactly 165°F/74°C to guarantee safe, juicy meat without overcooking, using a meat thermometer for accurate temperature checking.
- Adjust ranch consistency by gradually adding water, creating a perfect drizzling texture that complements the bowl’s ingredients without becoming too thin.
- Replace romaine with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for additional keto-friendly options that maintain the dish’s nutritional profile and flavor intensity.
- Prepare chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing in advance, storing separately in airtight containers to create quick, convenient meals throughout the week while maintaining optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg