Keto Hunter's Chicken

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Keto Hunter's Chicken—a low-carb twist on a classic British favorite. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then nestled in a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, balsamic vinegar, and fragrant herbs like thyme and rosemary. Each piece is wrapped in smoky bacon for an extra layer of savory goodness, and the dish is finished with a melty topping of cheddar cheese that’s baked to bubbly perfection. This one-skillet recipe is not only keto-friendly but also easy to make, with just 15 minutes of prep time. Serve it alongside your favorite low-carb veggies or a crisp green salad for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s loaded with flavor and minimal carbs.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 8 slices smoked bacon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 medium onion
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 250 milliliters chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 100 grams cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken breasts and sear on each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown.

Step 5

Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic cloves, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Step 7

Add canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, dried thyme, and dried rosemary to the skillet. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

Step 9

Wrap each chicken breast with two slices of smoked bacon.

Step 10

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts.

Step 12

Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Once cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot with your choice of low-carb vegetables or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1797.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2698.1

Total Fat 140.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 783.1mg	0%
Sodium 6764.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 285.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 649.3mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2299.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.5%

Protein: 43.7%

Carbs: 7.8%