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Low Carb Monterey Chicken
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Low Carb Monterey Chicken

This Low Carb Monterey Chicken recipe takes boring chicken breasts to a new level. Packed with flavor and low in carbs, just a few simple ingredients and a skillet are all you need for an easy week-night meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Meal Type: Main Dish
Carb Range: 5g or less
Cooking Method: Stovetop/Skillet
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 457kcal
Author: Dee (Low Carb & Tasty)

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breasts thin cut or butterflied
  • ¼ tsp salt to taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ⅓ cup sugar-free BBQ sauce
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and chopped
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • ½ cup Cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  • Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and butter.
  • Sear chicken for 4 minutes on each side, then cover with a lid and reduce heat to low. Continue cooking on low until chicken is cooked all the way through.
  • Spoon sugar-free BBQ sauce onto each breast, then top with chopped bacon. Sprinkle cheeses on top.
  • Broil in oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serving size is about 1 small breast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 886mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Net Carbs: 3g

Equipment

Cast Iron Skillet
Cast Iron Skillet

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