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9 Amazing Keto Bagel Recipes That Will Keep You In Ketosis

July 22, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

You’ve been around the block a time or two.

You’ve mastered all my favorite Keto Breads Recipes.

But you want more. It’s still not enough.

So now you’ve decided you’re ready to tackle Keto Bagels.

Because you’ve really missed those amazing everything bagels with ham and cream cheese with chives.

It’s perfectly OK. We’ve all been there!

And I’m so with you on this!!

Bagels were something I had in my pantry all the time.

You can eat them simply toasted with butter for breakfast.

Or make a breakfast sandwich with bacon and eggs and cheese.

You can make a delicious ham and cheese with all the veggies for lunch.

Or maybe you could even slice them up and toast them to use for dipping in your favorite keto dip!

There are so many variations of keto bagels and toppings out there for our dining pleasure.

So I thought I would round up (see what I did there?) my favorite keto bagel recipes so you would have several to choose from.

Sweet or savory. Almond or coconut flour. Whatever you fancy, it’s all right here for you.

NOTE: You can form your bagels a few different ways.

Roll into a log and form a ring. Make sure you seal the ends together well.
Roll into little balls and poke a hole in the middle. Stretch the hole until it’s bigger than you think it should be. These guys spread out as they bake.
You can put the bagels from the both ways into bagel or donut pans to bake the in. Make sure it’s well oiled!

Let’s go!

Keto Bagels

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Keto Everything Bagels (Paleo)

We are going to kick this off with the amazing Everything Bagel! I've missed these so very much. I love to toast these and slap on some butter, cheddar cheese, and a slice of ham. I may have to go do that right now...

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Photo Credit: www.lowcarbmaven.com

Low Carb Keto Bagels Recipe (Fathead Dough)

These bagels are made using the famous Fat Head Dough recipe. She gives you a couple of different ways of making up the dough, which I think is pretty cool. Perfect savory bagels.

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Photo Credit: alldayidreamaboutfood.com

Chewy Keto Bagels

These amazing bagels, my friends, are chewy and dense like non-keto bagels. They are made with coconut flour instead of almond flour. So if you can't have almond flour, you're in luck! These are great for savory or sweet bagels. Which I love. You will too.

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Soft ‘N Chewy Bagels (With Yeast!) 🥯 gluten free, keto & paleo

These keto bagels are made with yeast. You heard me right! A Keto yeasted bagel. They smell like real non-keto bagels and taste like them too! They are soft and chewy just like she says. And they are perfect for sandwiches. I love these so much you can't even imagine...

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These Easy Keto Bagels Recipe Are Only 5 Net Carbs!

These keto bagels use baking powder to give them some rise. Another variation of the fat head dough, these are great for more savory applications. Pizza Bagels, anyone??

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Low Carb Bagels - Coconut Flour Fat Head Dough

These bagels use the fat head dough with coconut flour instead of almond flour. Which makes these guys perfect for a sweeter application. I like to add dried sour cherries and some cinnamon along with a little granulated sweetener to this recipe for a special treat.

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Blueberry Cheesecake Keto Bagels-Keto Friendly And Delicious

Oh, y'all! These blueberry keto bagels are wonders to behold! They smell so much like blueberry muffins while they are baking. I try to let them cool off before I slice them and slather the butter all over them, but it's truly a losing battle most days! These are great little desserts bagels too, if you want something sweet after a meal.

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Rosemary Keto Bagels

I just love the addition of rosemary to these bagels! It brings a freshness and savory-ness that is really awesome! Fill these babies with some prosciutto and sun dried tomatoes for a fabulous breakfast or lunch sandwich. Trust me.

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Sweet n’ Savory Keto Bagels

I'm in love with the cinnamon brown sugar butter that comes with this recipe! It seriously takes these bagels to the next level! And yes! They really are keto bagels! Can you tell I'm stoked about these?

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And there you go!

I hope you found something there to whet your appetite.

Now, if you will excuse me, I’m gonna roll on over to the pantry and pop one of those keto bagels into the toaster. 🙂

Peace, love, and keto everything bagels!

Top 10 Keto Ice Cream Recipes to Avoid A Summer Meltdown

May 15, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM!

That is so true no matter what eating plan you are following!

Summer desserts are a temptation that is hard to overcome for a keto eating beach babe.

Or beach guy.

But guess what?

YOU DON’T HAVE TO!

Keto ice cream is a thing.

Really!

And a very, very, extremely good thing.

Because when that sweet tooth bites, you gotta feed it.

And now you can. Guilt free.

With no sugar and no gluten all these ice cream recipes are perfect for the ketogenic diet.

You can serve them plain, with sugar free syrups, over keto brownies, or how ever else your little keto heart desires.

Best part? All of these keto ice cream recipes can be made with or without an ice cream maker.

The texture will be just a little bit different if you make it without, but the flavor is all still there.

So, drum roll please….I give you

Top 10 Keto Ice Cream Recipes

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Low-Carb, Keto Ice Cream Recipe

We are going to start off with just a basic vanilla recipe. Because sometimes in life you just need basic vanilla ice cream. It pairs beautifully with all kinds of desserts and is perfect all on it's own. This is a really great recipe when you are craving something sweet and simple.

Photo Credit: www.myketokitchen.com

Keto Ice Cream Recipes – Rich & Creamy – Easy to Make at Home!

And if we are going to have plain vanilla, we need to have plain chocolate! Sometimes a person just needs some chocolate. That way no one gets hurt. Am I right girls? LOL This chocolate is rich and creamy and not too sweet. Perfect for a summer chocolate fix.

Photo Credit: www.sugarfreemom.com

Keto Low Carb Butter Pecan Ice Cream

Butter Pecan ice cream. There is nothing more southern in the ice cream family than that. We put pecans in everything we can! Serve this with a low carb caramel sauce and you will be in southern heaven. It's ok if you're not southern, we'll still let you in. 🙂

Photo Credit: blog.ketokrate.com

Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Chocolate chips and peanut butter are a classic pairing. And one of my personal favorites. Reases used to be my drug of choice when life was beating me up. Now I can have that same taste treat in a healthy way any time I want to. Ain't life grand?

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Keto Cookies and Crème Ice Cream

This is an amazing taste treat! And it includes the recipe and instructions for the "cookies" part as well. It reminds me of when I was little and my dad taught me how to dunk my oreos in a cold glass of milk...it's that good.

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Simple Keto Ice Cream - Maple Pecan

This Maple Pecan ice cream takes things to a new level. It's almost like having candied pecans. But it's ice cream. Lynsey uses the chopped pecans as a garnish, but I just dump them in the ice cream maker when it's about half frozen. Try it. You'll thank me.

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Keto Strawberry Ice Cream - No Churn Recipe

This strawberry ice cream is not your ordinary ice cream. This one uses sour cream to make it extra creamy. It's the only one on the list that I haven't made in an ice cream maker. It's specifically a no churn recipe so it doesn't need the machine. But if you want to, go ahead and toss it in. It will be fine.

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Keto Lemon Ice Cream - Sugar-Free Summer Dessert

Another fruit flavored ice cream to add to your summer fun. This lemon ice cream is a real ice cream, not the sorbet or sherbet that you might be expecting. And while it is ice cream, it has a lightness to it that comes from the citrus juice and zest. This one is sure to be a crowd pleaser!

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Low-Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe

Chocolate and mint is another one of those culinary matches made in heaven. I actually use the combo a lot in my desserts. And I was so crazy happy to find it in a keto ice cream recipe. You can use the natural food coloring or leave it out entirely. I have to admit I kinda like to use it myself.

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Homemade Ice Cream with Flake Chocolate (Sugar-free and Low Carb)

I saved the best for last, y'all. My friend Laura at Sugarfree Sprinkles has an incredible blog dedicated to sugar and gluten free baking and desserts. She is truly a pioneer in that culinary arena. This recipe is from her blog. And it is the best keto ice cream I have ever had. Homemade or otherwise. Go there. Make this. Be happy.

So eat all the keto ice cream you want and keep that beach bod you’ve worked so hard on.

Just wipe that dribble off your chin before you get back in the water…mmmkay?

Peace, love, and Keto Ice Cream!

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Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts ~ Keto & Low Carb

April 23, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Do you ever want to serve your family something just a little bit fancy for dinner?

But all the fancy recipes seem complicated or too fussy?

Well, have I got a deal for you!

These Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts look pretty fancy and taste down right amazing.

And there’e not one thing complicated or fussy about this keto chicken breast recipe!

This recipe will feed 4 people if you have normal sized chicken breasts.

If you have the freakishly large ones you’ll be able to feed more. 🙂

So use your best judgement.

One of the things I really like about this recipe, other than how good it tastes, is that you probably have all the ingredients already in your kitchen.

Because there’s not any weird ingredients, just normal stuff. And it’s chicken, so it’s a pretty frugal meal as well.

So much to love!

Now let’s get cooking.

Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

4 chicken breasts
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp sea salt, divided
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
4 oz can sliced mushrooms, roughly chopped
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 c grated Parmesan
1 clove garlic, minced
4 slices bacon

Let’s start by preheating the oven to 375°F.

Prep the Chicken

Time to do a little surgery on those chicken breasts. Freakishly large or otherwise.

So put them on a cutting board. Now get a really sharp knife and you’re going to cut a pocket into the side of each breast.

Make it as close to the middle as you can and don’t cut all the way through the back.

Put the paprika, 1/2 tsp of sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder into a small bowl and mix it up well.

Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of all the chicken breasts.

chicken breasts sprinkled with seasonings

Make the Stuffing

Now grab a small mixing bowl. Put the cream cheese into the bowl and stir it up a little bit.

Then throw the Parmesan cheese, the minced garlic, and the rest of the sea salt into the bowl and mix all that up really well.

Drain the mushrooms and chop them up. Leave them in big chunks. Add mix those into the cream cheese mixture.

chicken breasts stuffed with cream cheese mixture

Divide the cream cheese mixture into quarters. Now get a spoon and put the mixture into the pockets you cut into the sides of the chicken breasts.

Try to tuck it into the back of the pocket as much as possible. It will start to melt and run out a little during baking, so don’t give it a head start.

Now go get those bacon strips. Cut them each into 2 pieces. So instead of 4 long strips, you now have 8 shorter strips.

stuffed chicken breasts wrapped with bacon

Take 2 of those shorter strips and wrap them around one of the chicken breasts. I try to cover up as much of the opening of the pocket as I can. That helps some with the escaping cream cheese mixture.

When you’ve got them wrapped up, put those bad boys into a 9″ x 13″ baking dish and pop them into the preheated oven.

Bake them for a minimum of 30 minutes. If you have the gargantuan chicken breasts, it’s going to take longer than that.

The ones you see in the pictures actually took about 50 minutes. But start checking at 30 minutes to see if they are cooked through.

When the chicken is done you can turn on the broiler to crisp up the bacon if you want to.

I usually want to…

I like to serve these Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts with my Balsamic Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts and an avocado salad with homemade Ranch dressing.

Peace, love, and cheesy mushrooms!

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More keto chicken recipes you should make:

Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts ~ Keto & Low Carb

The Best Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole in the World

Fantastic Cheesy Chicken Patties ~ Keto & Gluten-free

Add the spaghetti squash and mix well. Continue to cook until the squash is heated through.

Quick Keto Chicken Alfredo with Spaghetti Squash

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Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

This is one of the best keto chicken breast recipes around. It's easy, it's frugal, and it's melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Make it tonight!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 477 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp sea salt divided
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1 4 oz can sliced mushrooms
4 oz cream cheese softened
1/4 c grated Parmesan
1 clove garlic minced
4 slices bacon

Instructions

Let's start by preheating the oven to 375°F.

Prep the Chicken

Time to do a little surgery on those chicken breasts. Freakishly large or otherwise.
So put them on a cutting board. Now get a really sharp knife and you're going to cut a pocket into the side of each breast. Make it as close to the middle as you can and don't cut all the way through the back.
Put the paprika, 1/2 tsp of sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder into a small bowl and mix it up well.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of all the chicken breasts.

Make the Stuffing

Now grab a small mixing bowl. Put the cream cheese into the bowl and stir it up a little bit.
Then throw the Parmesan cheese, the minced garlic, and the rest of the sea salt into the bowl and mix all that up really well.
Drain the mushrooms and chop them up. Leave them in big chunks. Add mix those into the cream cheese mixture.
Divide the cream cheese mixture into quarters. Now get a spoon and put the mixture into the pockets you cut into the sides of the chicken breasts.
Try to tuck it into the back of the pocket as much as possible. It will start to melt and run out a little during baking, so don't give it a head start.
Now go get those bacon strips. Cut them each into 2 pieces. So instead of 4 long strips, you now have 8 shorter strips.
Take 2 of those shorter strips and wrap them around one of the chicken breasts. I try to cover up as much of the opening of the pocket as I can. That helps some with the escaping cream cheese mixture.
When you've got them wrapped up, put those bad boys into a 9" x 13" baking dish and pop them into the preheated oven.
Bake them for a minimum of 30 minutes. If you have the gargantuan chicken breasts, it's going to take longer than that.
The ones you see in the pictures actually took about 50 minutes. But start checking at 30 minutes to see if they are cooked through.
When the chicken is done you can turn on the broiler to crisp up the bacon if you want to. I usually want to...

Recipe Notes

I like to serve these Cheesy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts with my Balsamic Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts and an avocado salad with homemade Ranch dressing.

Fabulous Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

April 15, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ahhh…the weekend…

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways…

Do you slow down on the weekends?

I do, every chance I get.

And whether you get to do it every week, or just every once in a while, it’s always a treat.

There’s just nothing better than a leisurely breakfast or brunch on a weekend morning to get me ready for the coming week.

This past weekend I was coming off a crazy hectic week. You know the ones.

Something goes haywire at the office.

You have to be someplace, or sometimes several places, every night of the week.

The washing machine leaked all over the floor.

And so did the dog.

Right after she ate your favorite pair of shoes…always the right shoe…what’s that about?

And you may or may not have lost your phone.

Again.

Some days you just need a moment, ya know?

And I decided I needed some R&R. And you need to decide that for yourself. Cuz nobody’s gonna just give it to you.

I got me a bunch of flowers on the way home late Friday night.

And you should totally do that for yourself, too! It just perks the whole room up.

Unless you’re a guy. Then get them for someone else.

Anyway, I choose this pretty fabulous Keto Broccoli Cheddar Quiche to make for brunch on Saturday.

I decided on brunch so I could sleep in…lol

Since it doesn’t have a crust it’s perfect for a keto or low carb diet.

And what can I say about broccoli & cheddar?

Only that it’s a match-made-in-heaven kinda paring!

It’a also one of those put-it-together-the-night-before-if-you-feel-so-inclined breakfasts. Gotta love that!

I’ve gotta be honest with y’all. I was not so inclined this weekend.

But even if you don’t get it ready the night before, it’s a pretty fast and easy dish to put together.

It’s perfect paired with a simple salad for brunch. With homemade Keto Ranch Dressing, of course!

You can use fresh broccoli or leftover cooked broccoli if you have it, so it’s also a great meal prep recipe.

And while it’s awesome fresh out of the oven, it reheats well, and it’s even good cold. So it’s perfect as a make ahead recipe as well.

A two-fer. Who knew?

For more make ahead breakfast recipe ideas, check out this post.

But enough chit chat.

Grab your apron and let’s get started!

Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

Coconut oil spray
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup heavy cream
5 large eggs
3/4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
pinch of nutmeg

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F.

Now prepare your baking dish by spraying it with the coconut oil spray.

Spread the chopped broccoli evenly in the bottom of the dish.

Then sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the broccoli.

Broccoli and cheddar in baking dish for keto broccoli cheddar quiche

it’s mighty cheesy up in there

Now you’re going to make the custard. So crack the eggs into a medium mixing bowl and whisk until combined.

Add the heavy cream, the salt and pepper, and the nutmeg and whisk again.

And finally, pour the egg mixture over the broccoli and cheese in the baking dish.

Pouring custard over the broccoli and cheddar for the keto quiche

adding the custard

Bake the quiche for 35 to 40 minutes. The center should be set. Check that by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, you should be good to go.

Let cool slightly before serving.

If you want to add ham or bacon or maybe even some mushrooms, or a mixture of all of the above, add 1 cup and decrease the broccoli to 1 cup.

So there you have it. Keto quiche, a little salad, and a brunch beverage of your choice. Low carb, of course.

*sniff* I miss mimosas *sniff*

And enjoy the peace and quiet.

Since you may or may not have “lost” your phone…

Peace, love, and phone free brunch!

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Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

This classic pairing of broccoli and cheddar is always a hit! Putting it into a quiche is genius! And with no crust, this quiche is keto friendly. Enjoy!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine French

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 6 slices

Calories 290 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

Coconut oil spray
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup heavy cream
5 large eggs
3/4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F.
Now prepare your baking dish by spraying it with the coconut oil spray.
Spread the chopped broccoli evenly in the bottom of the dish.
Then sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the broccoli.
Crack the eggs into a medium mixing bowl and whisk until combined.
Add the heavy cream, the salt and pepper, and the nutmeg and whisk again.
And finally, pour the egg mixture over the broccoli and cheese in the baking dish.
Bake the quiche for 35 to 40 minutes. The center should be set. Check by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, you should be good to go.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Recipe Notes

If you want to add ham or bacon or maybe even some mushrooms, or a mixture of all of the above, add 1 cup and decrease the broccoli to 1 cup.

The Best Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole in the World

April 14, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

You’re tired.

You just got home from a crazy long day at work.

You’re standing in your kitchen staring intently into the fridge, desperate for an answer to that age old question:

“What’s for dinner?”

Suddenly, you spy some leftover broccoli from last night’s dinner. And some grilled chicken from the night before.

A light bulb goes off in your brain as you remember pinning this very recipe to your “Keto Must Try” board on Pinterest last week.

You breath a huge sigh of relief. The night is saved!

Ok. Maybe a little over dramatic.

But I certainly hope you will actually put this strategically placed pin on your “Keto Must Try” board. 🙂

I love an easy, tasty casserole dish that you can throw together from leftovers!

And really, you just can’t go wrong with chicken, bacon, and ranch! And this particular Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole recipe is the best of the best!

This is also a great meal prep dinner. If everything is cooked ahead of time it goes together fast enough to be on the table in 30 minutes or less. And 20 minutes of that time it’s in the oven.

If you want to make it a little more filling, you can serve it over cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash noodles.

We like it with just a crispy green salad with a little more ranch dressing. Cuz more is more with ranch. Amiright?

You can always use a prepackaged ranch but homemade Keto Friendly Ranch Dressing is absolutely the best way to go.

It even lowers the carb count.

But, either way, this Bacon Cheddar Ranch Casserole is one of our favorite keto recipes.

So, let’s go make us some!

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Casserole

2 Tbsp butter OR bacon grease if you’ve just fried the bacon (I think that actually makes it better)
1 1/2 Tbsp homemade Keto Ranch Dressing Mix OR store bought
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 c heavy cream
2/3 c chicken broth
1/4 c crumbled bacon (approx. 4 slices)
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 c chopped broccoli (fresh or cooked)
2 c shredded cooked chicken

Topping

1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c crumbled bacon (approx. 8 slices)

Notes for meal prepping: 1. Cook and shred chicken (2 cups), 2. Chop broccoli (fresh or cooked, 2 cups), 3. Cook and crumble bacon (12 slices total)

First thing you need to do is preheat your oven to 350°F.

If you have an oven safe skillet, like my favorite cast iron one you see in the pictures, you can do all of this in one pan. If you don’t, you’ll need to oil a casserole dish for later.

Melt the bacon grease or butter in the skillet over medium heat.

Once that’s melted, reduce the heat to medium low and add the heavy cream, the broth, and the cream cheese.

Adding cream cheese, broth, and heavy cream

Whisk that up until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.

Now toss in the cheddar cheese and the ranch mix. Give it another good whisking.

Adding cheese and ranch dressing mix

You should taste it now. You’re not gonna believe how amazing this stuff tastes…

Now stir in the bacon pieces. And add the chicken and broccoli and stir it in until it’s well combined.

Adding chicken and broccoli

You’ll think that there’s not enough sauce, but it’s gonna be fine. Trust me.

Now’s the time to transfer it to a casserole dish if your skillet can’t go into the oven.

Cuz it’s time to top this stuff off and get it into the oven.

So sprinkle the cheese over the top. And then the rest of the crumbled bacon.

Cheesy and bacony topping

Put it in the preheated oven and cook for about 20 minutes. It should be all bubbly and melted cheesy.

You can put it under the broiler for a few minutes if you want a little bit of color on the top.

Serve it with a crispy green salad to round it out a little.

And if you want to stretch it a little you can serve it over cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash noodles.

Peace, love, and bacon ranch everything!

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Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

This is by far the BEST keto chicken bacon ranch casserole I've ever eaten! It's rich and flavorful, plus it's a breeze to pull together. Get it on the table in 30 minutes.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 6 people

Calories 434 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

Casserole

2 Tbsp butter OR bacon grease if you've just fried the bacon I think that actually makes it better
1 1/2 Tbsp homemade Keto Ranch Dressing Mix OR store bought
4 oz cream cheese softened
1/4 c heavy cream
2/3 c chicken broth
1/4 c crumbled bacon approx. 4 slices
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 c chopped broccoli fresh or cooked
2 c shredded cooked chicken

Topping

1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c crumbled bacon approx. 8 slices

Instructions

First thing you need to do is preheat your oven to 350°F.
If you have an oven safe skillet you can do all of this in one pan. If you don't, you'll need to oil a casserole dish for later.
Melt the bacon grease or butter in the skillet over medium heat.
Once that's melted, reduce the heat to medium low and add the heavy cream, the broth, and the cream cheese.
Whisk that up until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Now toss in the cheddar cheese and the ranch mix. Give it another good whisking.
Now stir in the bacon pieces. And add the chicken and broccoli and stir it in until it's well combined.
You'll think that there's not enough sauce, but it's gonna be fine. Trust me.
Now's the time to transfer it to a casserole dish if your skillet can't go into the oven.
Now sprinkle the cheese over the top. And then the rest of the crumbles bacon.
Put it in the preheated oven and cook for about 20 minutes. It should be all bubbly and melted cheesy.
You can put it under the broiler for a few minutes if you want a little bit of color on the top.
Serve warm.

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Recipe Notes

Serve it with a crispy green salad to round it out a little.

And if you want to stretch it a little you can serve it over cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash noodles.

Fantastic Cheesy Chicken Patties ~ Keto & Gluten-free

April 1, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

No one wants to eat boring food. I mean, what’s the point?

There’s so much boring in life that you can’t escape, why settle for boring food?

So I am constantly on the search for really good doesn’t-taste-like-a-diet food for this keto journey.

Cuz, let’s face it, if the food isn’t enjoyable it’s going to be a short trip.

And while I’ve found a few go-to recipes, I really don’t like eating the same thing over and over every week.

That’s why I was so excited when I stumbled across this Keto Chicken Patty recipe.

It uses chicken, obviously, so it’s budget friendly which is always a plus.

And it’s fried. Which sounds kind of a silly thing to be excited about, but I love fried foods! And I’ve had to give a lot of them up.

The really big plus, though, is that it’s really easy to throw together.

This recipe would be great for meal prepping or freezer cooking as well.

Recipe Notes:

The original recipe called for chicken breast that you cut up into small pieces. Like, really small diced chicken pieces. I made it that way the first time.

After that, I used ground chicken. But I can’t always find good quality ground chicken at the store.

When that happens I use the grinder attachment on my KitchenAid mixer to grind it up real quick.

I found the original recipe on Blondelish.com and, surprisingly enough, haven’t really changed it up a lot.

Also, I use dried herbs a lot instead of fresh during the winter when my herbs aren’t growing, so I’ve given you the option of using either.

I used a mixture of cheeses instead of just one. And I use coconut oil to fry in instead of the original olive oil.

Coconut has a higher smoke point than olive oil does and that’s always a good thing when frying.

Unless you enjoy being serenaded by smoke alarms…

I serve these Cheesy Chicken Patties with lemon wedges, my Keto Ranch Dressing for dipping, and a crisp green salad.

Any leftovers keep well in the fridge for about 5 days, and they freeze beautifully.

BONUS: They actually even taste good cold! So they make a great grab and go snack or lunch you can take to work with you.

I’ve even thought about making mini meatball type things out of this recipe to serve as appetizers or even game day snacks.

I’ll let you know how that turns out when I give it a try. 🙂

Are you ready to make these? Let’s go!

Keto Cheesy Chicken Patties

1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast OR 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
2 medium eggs
1/3 c almond flour
1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
1/2 tsp garlic powder
a pinch of sea salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
Coconut oil to fry the patties in

To start with, if you are using the whole chicken breasts, chop the chicken up into very small pieces.

chopping up the chicken for the Cheesy Chicken Patties

Put the chopped or ground chicken into a large mixing bowl.

Now mix in everything else except the coconut oil.

Mixing it all up for the Cheesy Chicken Patties

Make sure that it is well combined, especially the eggs since that’s what holds everything together.

Heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium low heat. If you have a well seasoned cast iron skillet, that would work great for these.

You need to cook them at medium low because you have to make sure the inside cooks before the outside burns. And the cheese will melt and seep out a little.

Once the pan has heated, scoop out some of the chicken mixture and put it in the pan. Flatten it out a little so it’s in a patty shape.

You can use a couple of spoons to scoop or and ice cream scoop. I used an ice cream scoop like this one because it’s so much easier and makes them all a uniform size. Which means they’re done at the same time.

Cheesy Chicken Patties sizzlin away on side one

Make sure that you don’t crowd the pan. These guys are likely to stick a little and if they are too close it makes it hard to turn them.

Now just fry those bad boys up until they are golden brown on both sides. That will take about 6-8 minutes on each side.

If they are browning too quickly, turn the heat down some more.

When they are finished cooking, put them on a double layer of paper towels to blot the excess oil.

Continue cooking the patties in batches until all the mixture is cooked. You can put the already cooked ones into a 200° oven to keep them warm.

That’s all there is. Put together a salad and pour the ranch while they’re cooking and you’re good to go.

A delicious, easy, keto chicken meal that’s gonna be an instant hit with the family! And it’s on the table in about 30 minutes. What’s not to love?

Peace, love, and chicken patties!

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Keto Cheesy Chicken Patties

This easy, Keto Cheesy Chicken Patties recipe will become an instant hit with your family. Serve with a salad and some Keto Ranch to dip and your golden! Makes 24 patties.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 6

Calories 255 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast OR 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
2 medium eggs
1/3 c almond flour
1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp fresh basil finely chopped OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
2 Tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped, OR 1 Tbsp dried
1/2 tsp garlic powder
a pinch of sea salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
Coconut oil to fry the patties in

Instructions

To start with, if you are using the whole chicken breasts, chop the chicken up into very small pieces.
Put the chopped or ground chicken into a large mixing bowl. Now mix in everything else except the coconut oil. Make sure that it is well combined, especially the eggs since that's what holds everything together.
Heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium low heat. You need to cook theses patties at medium low because you have to make sure the inside cooks before the outside burns.
Once the pan has heated, scoop out some of the chicken mixture and put it in the pan. Flatten it out a little so it's in a patty shape. You can use a couple of spoons to scoop or and ice cream scoop.
Make sure you don't crowd the pan. I usually cook 4 at a time.
Fry the patties until they are golden brown on both sides. That will take about 6-8 minutes on each side. If they are browning too quickly, turn the heat down some more.
After they are done, put them on a double layer of paper towels to blot any excess oil.
Continue frying the patties in batches until all of the mixture is cooked.

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The Perfect Keto Friendly Ranch Dressing ~ with Mix and Dip Directions

March 22, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Change can be hard.

I totally get that!

Changing your eating habits?

Right there in the dictionary under “excruciatingly painful”.

But it’s something a lot of us need to do.

I knew if I was going to start eating healthier I was going to have to include more green veggies.

Especially salads with dark leafy greens.

I know. Salads…boring…

So I knew that to do that, I needed to make sure the salads weren’t boring. I mean, who wants to eat the exact same salad everyday?

So there absolutely needed to be a variety of salad dressings available.

Because variety is the spice of life and all.

And, of course, they needed to be Keto friendly.

So I decided to start with one of the all round favorite salad dressings of all time. And that would be…

drum roll…

Ta da!

It’s Ranch.

Loved by millions the world over.

And rightly so! Because it’s for WAY more than just salads.

Dipping, dunking, pouring, you name it, Ranch Dressing has played a part.

So my goal in life became to make the Perfect Keto-Friendly Ranch Dressing that was as good as the original. Only better, because it’s homemade and fresh and yuck-free.

And so it began…

Testing and experimenting until I finally came up with this truly amazing concoction that any salad would be proud to wear!

I give you: The Perfect Keto Friendly Ranch Dressing!

And because I’m all about easy, I have a mix recipe to make up ahead of time too. And directions for using it to make dip.

Let the Ranch making begin!

The Perfect Keto Ranch Dressing

1 cup heavy cream**
1 Tbsp white vinegar**
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tsp lemon juice
2 tsp dried parsley OR 4 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried dill weed OR 2 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried chives OR 2 tsp fresh
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

**We’re going to make our own buttermilk. Put the white vinegar in a glass measuring cup and add the heavy cream until you have a cup. Let this sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken.

I like to make my Ranch Dressing in a quart sized canning jar. That way I can just put the lid on and shake it up.

If you don’t have one, just use a bowl and a whisk. 🙂

Put the sour cream, lemon juice, and buttermilk in the jar (or bowl) and shake well (or whisk well) until it’s all smooth.

Make sure you put the lid on the jar if you are shaking it…don’t ask…

Mix all those wonderful herbs and the salt and pepper in a small bowl. That helps the powders to not be clumpy.

Don’t they smell good?

Now pour the herbs into the buttermilk and give it another shake or whisk.

Ranch Dressing mixed up in jar

Storing Your Keto Ranch Dressing

And now you need to put that wonderful elixir into the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors mingle and meld.

It’s actually even better after chillin out for about 24 hours.

This should keep in the fridge for about 10 days. It makes a little less than 2 cups, so it’s never around that long in this house.

Because we use it for everything…like a dunking sauce for these Cheesy Chicken Patties. Or even for dunking the Keto Fat Head Pizza in.

My daughter got me started with the whole pizza and ranch thing years ago.

And of course, I actually put it on salads as well.

Occasionally.

So I told you I had a mix recipe as well. And I really do!

Here it is.

Keto Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe

4 Tbsp dried parsley
2 Tbsp dried dill weed
2 Tbsp dried chives
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
2 1/2 tsp sea salt
2 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Mix thoroughly and store in an airtight container. Shake or mix before use.

To make dressing: add 2 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup buttermilk (like we made for the recipe up top), 3/4 cup sour cream, and 1 tsp lemon juice and mix until smooth.

To make dip: add 1 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup of sour cream and stir until combined.

And there you have it. The Perfect Keto Ranch Dressing anyway you want it.

This dry mix is also great for seasoning veggies or meats. I use it all the time for my Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole.

Ranch dressing. You just can’t go wrong.

Peace, Love, & Ranch Y’all!

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The Perfect Keto Ranch Dressing

If you're going Keto you need lots of low carb veggies. The best way to do that is in a salad. And here's the Perfect Keto Ranch Salad Dressing!

Course Salad Dressing

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 12 2 Tbsp

Calories 583 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

1 cup heavy cream**
1 Tbsp white vinegar**
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tsp lemon juice
2 tsp dried parsley OR 4 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried dill weed OR 2 tsp fresh
1 tsp dried chives OR 2 tsp fresh
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

**We're going to make our own buttermilk. Put the white vinegar in a glass measuring cup and add the heavy cream until you have a cup. Let this sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken.
I like to make my Ranch Dressing in a quart sized canning jar. That way I can just put the lid on and shake it up. If you don't have one, just use a bowl and a whisk. 🙂
Put the sour cream, lemon juice, and buttermilk in the jar (or bowl) and shake well (or whisk well) until it's all smooth.
Mix all the herbs, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Pour the herbs into the buttermilk and give it another shake or whisk.
Put that dressing into the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors mingle and meld.

Recipe Notes

It's actually even better after chillin out in the fridge for about 24 hours.

This should keep in the fridge for about 10 days.

This recipe makes a little less than 2 cups,

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Keto Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe

This Keto Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe is a great addition to your meal prep plan. You can make dressing, dip, or simply sprinkle it over meats or veggies to impart tons of flavor.

Course Condiment

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 2 Tbsp

Calories 45 kcal

Author The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Ingredients

4 Tbsp dried parsley
2 Tbsp dried dill weed
2 Tbsp dried chives
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
2 1/2 tsp sea salt
2 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Mix thoroughly and store in an airtight container. Shake or mix before use.

To Make Dressing

Add 2 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup buttermilk (like we made for the recipe up top), 3/4 cup sour cream, and 1 tsp lemon juice and mix until smooth.

To Make Dip

Add 1 Tbsp of the mix to 1 cup of sour cream and stir until combined.

Recipe Notes

This seasoning mix is also good for sprinkling over meats or veggies for added flavor.

7+ of the Best Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Recipes

February 25, 2019 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

Breakfast.

It’s not my happy place.

I just want a caffeinated beverage.

In a quiet place.

Alone.

Apparently, I have it all wrong…

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

And yet, most of us either skip it all together or are so rushed we just grab whatever’s offered in a fast food lane.

Which then pretty much derails any progress we made the day before in getting our bodies into fat burning mode instead of sugar burning mode.

What if I told you there was a way to have a keto breakfast on the go that didn’t involve lines of cars or getting up at the butt crack of dawn?

Awesome, right?

I was so excited to discover make ahead Keto breakfast recipes!

Make ahead recipes allow you to get out of bed at a reasonable hour and fix a week’s worth of breakfasts at your leisure.

If you plan it right, you can take one day a month and make several of these recipes and then have a variety of breakfasts available to grab and go.

And you know what they say about variety and all.

Maybe all y’all already knew about make ahead breakfasts and I’m just the last one to get the memo. But, really, these recipes are a game changer!

I’ve gathered some of my favorites here for your breakfast making adventures. With so many to choose from, you’ll never get bored!

Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Egg Recipes

My friend Jen over at Whole Lotta Yum makes these Low Carb Creamy Bacon & Egg Cups.

This is one I go to time and again. They are absolutely divine!

You can either make and eat these straight out of the oven (try to let them cool just a skosh before you take a bite), or make them ahead and refrigerate or freeze and just heat these guys up when you’re ready for them.

Patty from My No-Guilt Life (don’t you love that blog name?) has these fun Baked Eggs in Avocados. While not technically a make ahead breakfast, they are so fast to make it’s almost as good!

Lots of healthy fat and protein. I add cheese to mine, as well as a little salsa after they come out of the oven.

What can I say? I’m from the south.

We either add BBQ sauce or salsa to everything.

I’m kidding. Sort of…

Who doesn’t love pizza for breakfast? Kelly over at Eat The Gains introduced me to these awesome sauce Pepperoni Pizza Egg Cups.

Kelly is a paleo blogger, so the recipe doesn’t have cheese in it. But yay, Keto! We get cheese! Top these with mozzarella or cheddar, or a mixture of the two, which is what I do.

Easy to put together and easy to reheat. Or not reheat. Life is short.

These Keto Egg Muffins from Ariel at Diabetes Strong are sure to please!

Stuffed full of low carb veggies, these will get your day started off on the right nutritional foot for sure. And you can vary the vegetables to add even more variety.

Another great keto make ahead breakfast that you can eat straight out of the fridge or reheat quickly.

My friend Brianna, who blogs at Balance + Lift, has these amazing Keto Bacon and Cheese Egg Muffins.

These are fast and easy and are pretty dang tasty! I mean, bacon makes everything taste good, right?

And they are also great to eat cold. And they make a great snack in the middle of the afternoon. Or after dinner. Or any other time that you need a snack…

And from yours truly is this Fabulous Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche recipe. It’s fast and easy to make day of, and it’s faster and easier to make the night before.

It’s awesomely cheesy and filling. You can even serve it with a salad and call it brunch!

This quiche freezes really well. And a quick reheat in the oven or microwave is all it takes to have a warm inviting start to your day.

As a bonus, it’s also pretty good cold. So it makes a perfect grab and go breakfast for everyone in the family!

Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Recipes

I am a huge fan of my Instant Pot and my crockpot. The idea of using them to make breakfast hadn’t really occurred to me until I was trying to find quick keto breakfast recipes.

Here’s some that have become family favorites.

Tessa from Tessa the Domestic Diva introduced me to this Instant Pot Crustless Quiche.

6 minutes in the Instant Pot! How crazy easy is that?

I mean, there is a little prep work, but it goes together pretty fast. This is almost quick enough to make on a busy morning.

If you’d rather not do that, though, these little quiches reheat well and you’re out the door quickly. They are very satisfying and filling and keep you going until lunch time.

Over at Recipes from a Pantry, Bintu has this amazing Slow Cooker Low Carb Granola Recipe.

It’s infinitely adaptable and works great for breakfast or for a snack. So this one’s a twofer!

Add a splash of unsweetened almond milk and eat it with a spoon, or eat it from a jar with your hands.

Either way it’s packed with fiber and it’s crunchy and nutty and delicious!

Make Ahead Keto Breakfast Muffin Recipes

From Fit to Serve Group, comes this recipe for High Fiber Breakfast Muffins. Hilda has done a great job of fulfilling my need for muffins while on the keto diet.

And this particular muffin is high in fiber as well, which helps to keep you regular.

I think we can all agree that being regular is a good thing.

With seeds, nuts, coconut, and a little bit of cinnamon, these muffins are delicious and make the house smell great while they’re baking!

Over in The Organic Kitchen, Linda is baking up some wonderful keto treats. These Keto Lemon Blueberry Muffins make you forget you are on any kind of diet.

And who can resist lemon and blueberry? It’s a classic combination that never disappoints.

Fresh from the oven and slathered with high quality butter, or at room temperature, these muffins are really just amazing.

And finally, Jenny from Cook Eat Go has this recipe for Easy Low Carb Keto Bagels.

These bagels are sooo good! You can eat them plain, with butter or cream cheese.

Or you could fry an egg and stick it in there. Maybe add some bacon and a slice of cheese. That’s my favorite way to eat them.

Breakfast sandwiches are easy to eat on the go, and are really filling too!

You could even fix the whole sandwich ahead of time and just reheat it. They freeze beautifully as well.

So, there you have it. Some of my favorite make ahead keto breakfast recipes. They make staying on track sooo much easier.

I can pass right by the drive thru and never even twitch!

I would encourage you to have several of these breakfast goodies in your freezer so you have a variety to choose from every day.

Peace, love, and eat breakfast y’all!

And for your dinning enjoyment, check out The Best, Fast, Keto Dinner Recipes.

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25 Keto Recipes That Will Make You Fall In Love With Your Instant Pot

November 6, 2018 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

You are doing this keto thang.

You’re doing really well.

And then, BOOM!

Out of nowhere you have one of those days.

The ones where everything goes wrong at work, Johnny left his trumpet on the bus, Suzy’s new BFF totally turned out to be a jerk, and the dog ate his new crate…

Now everyone is tired and cranky and hangry!

What’s a keto mom to do??

I would like to introduce you to my new BFF…(and I promise this one won’t turn out to be a jerk!)…

The Instant Pot!

Do you have an Instant Pot?

Do you know what an Instant Pot is?

I didn’t until about 6 months ago…

So unless you’ve been living under a bigger rock than I have, you know that the Instant Pot is an electronic, programmable, pressure cooker.

Now, I don’t know about you, but I tend to be the opposite of an “early adopter”.

In fact, I probably wouldn’t have a smart phone if I hadn’t lost my old flip phone. Which totally mortified my kids when ever I would pull it out in public…

Let us pause for a moment and just savor the sweetness that payback brings…lol

Come to think of it, I wonder of one of the kids “lost” it for me.

Anyway, I finally broke down and got this Instant Pot from Amazon.

Stuff just got real, y’all.

On some models you can even tell it when you want it to be done and it starts on its own.

Holy dinnertime, Batman!

Where have you been all my dinner making life??

After I got it, of course, I scoured the internet for Keto friendly recipes to make in it. I was really surprised at the ginormous list of Keto Instant Pot recipes that I ended up with.

In the interests of you not having to waste time doing all the research yourself, I’ve put together a list of all of my favorite recipes using this amazing machine.

I think it’s safe to say that the Instant Pot has revolutionized dinner time for Moms everywhere.

And non-moms.

And single people.

And empty-nesters…

And everyone else that doesn’t fit into any neat categories…

Which makes following a ketogenic lifestyle easier than ever! Hooray!!

Now we really have no excuse to hit that drive through on the way home.

Sorry.

But you’re welcome.

Keto Instant Pot Recipes

These Keto Instant Pot recipes run the gamut from breakfast to dessert and everywhere in between. These are here in no particular order. I just added them as I thought about which ones we've like. Add some of these to your weekly meal plan, and make doing keto a breeze!

Photo Credit: motherhoodmaniac.com

Instant Pot Bone Broth -

Bone broth is such a nutritious start to all your soups, stews, sauces, and gravies. So that's why it has the place of honor at #1 on this list. Make big batches of bone broth and can or freeze it so you always have it on hand.

Photo Credit: moscatomom.com

Instant Pot Low Carb Beef Stew

This beef stew is flavorful and nourishing and perfect for those rainy evenings. There are a small amount of carrots that you can totally leave out to lower the carb count.

Photo Credit: consumerqueen.com

Low Carb Instant Pot Turtle Cheesecake - Using Swerve Sugar Substitute

Turtle Cheesecake. Keto Turtle cheesecake. In the Instant Pot. Need I say more?

Photo Credit: www.sustainablecooks.com

Instant Pot Egg Bites {Whole30, Paleo, Dairy-Free}

These egg bites are a fun and easy way to start the day. You can even make these up ahead of time and reheat. I like to sub heavy cream for the nut milk and add some sharp cheddar. Because I think everything is better with cheese. lol

Photo Credit: fitmomjourney.com

Keto Copycat Starbucks Sous Vide Egg Bites

Here's another egg bites recipe. This one uses Gruyere cheese (yum) and some cottage cheese as well. Love egg bites so much!

Photo Credit: fitmomjourney.com

InstantPot Whole30 Chili Recipe

If you grew up in the Southwest like I did, there are 2 camps when it comes to chili. Beans or no beans. There is no middle ground. It is a passionately debated topic. I've always been in the beans camp, myself, and I have missed chili since starting my keto journey. This chili recipe almost made me turn in my "chili isn't chili without beans" card. Almost.

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Easiest Instant Pot Meatballs {Keto Meatballs) From Fresh Or Frozen

Luscious, delicious meatballs in tomato sauce. Perfect for serving with spaghetti squash "noodles". In fact, you can even toss the spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot at the same time. Ish. Same time ish. Continue reading further down and there is a recipe with instructions on how to do that.

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The Easiest Instant Pot Whole Chicken Recipe + Tutorial {Paleo, Keto, Low Carb, Whole 30, Gluten Free}

Roasting a whole chicken was one of my Sunday dinner go-tos most of my adult life. Sunday, because I had to be home to watch it. Through the magic of the Instant Pot, you can now have a whole roasted chicken any night of the week. Serve this baby with one of the Cauliflower puree recipes that I've included. Your family will love you for it!

Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

Instant Pot Meatloaf + Tutorial {Gluten-Free, Keto, Low Carb}

Ah, meatloaf! One of the comfort foods from my childhood. This is a great Keto version. I have to admit, though, that I'm a don't-put-ketchup-on-top-of-my-meatloaf kinda girl. I usually serve the sauce on the side for those that want it.

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Instant Pot Butter Chicken

If you've never had butter chicken, you are in for a treat! This recipe with its Garam Masala seasoning, is a taste bud trip to India. Serve with riced or mashed cauliflower for the perfect keto dish.

Photo Credit: twosleevers.com

Low Carb French Garlic Chicken

And now we are going to take our taste buds to France. With just the right amount of Herbes de Provence, this chicken is garlicky, herby, heaven! The awesome sauce is wonderful served over pureed cauliflower. You're gonna love it.

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Veggies and Beef Stew {Low Carb | Keto | GF }

Here's another vegetable beef stew that we love. Isn't it cool how many variations of soups and stews there are? Something for everyone.

Photo Credit: agirlworthsaving.net

Keto Instant Pot Carrot Cake

This recipe, my friends, is a game changer. I LOVE carrot cake. But I thought I would have to give that up for Keto. Not so! This recipe has a smaller amount of carrots, but the same amount of flavor as a non-keto carrot cake. And it's better for me. Win-win!

Photo Credit: instantpotcooking.com

Keto Instant Pot Chicken, Spinach, Artichokes, & Tomatoes - Instant Pot Cooking

If you want something a little bit fancy to serve to guests, this recipe is just the thing! With artichokes and sun dried tomatoes, you can serve up a restaurant style meal to your family or guests in practically no time at all!

Photo Credit: instantpotcooking.com

Instant Pot Cooking

There is just something so down to earth and homey about a cabbage and sausage dish. The smoked sausage used here gives it a great depth of flavor that I just love.

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Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli with Keto Option

I LOVE beef and broccoli. This version doesn't have any MSG, which is something I've become sensitive to. And I really don't miss the rice. You could serve over riced cauliflower if you wanted to, though!

Photo Credit: beautyandthefoodie.com

Instant Pot Keto Smothered Pork Chops

Smothered pork chops. That just shouts comfort food to me. And these chops are juicy and flavorful and covered with bacon and mushrooms in a creamy sauce. They are simply amazing!

Photo Credit: thebellyrulesthemind.net

Instant Pot Whole Roasted Cauliflower in Indian Masala

Another flavor burst from India, this roasted cauliflower is a perfect accompaniment to the Butter Chicken. Seriously, you've never had cauliflower this good!

Photo Credit: lowcarbyum.com

Instant Pot Pork Chops with BBQ Sauce (Keto)

I am happy beyond words that I still get to eat BBQ sauce on the keto diet! And these pork chops really hit the spot when I get a hankerin' for some really good BBQ sauce!

Photo Credit: tasteandsee.com

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash Buffalo Chicken (Low Carb)

Who doesn't love buffalo chicken? This low carb recipe is perfect. And as a bonus, it includes how to cook spaghetti squash in the instant pot as well. At the same time. Awesomeness!

Photo Credit: ketocookingchristian.com

Instant Pot Pork Carnitas - Keto and Low Carb

Mexican food is my kryptonite. But this is low carb y'all! Stuff this pork into lettuce leaves or a low carb tortilla. Pile on the pico de gallo and sour cream, and squeeze some lime juice over it. Taste bud heaven!

Photo Credit: ketocookingchristian.com

Best Instant Pot Roast with Gravy - Keto and Low Carb

Pot Roast always brings back dinner time memories for me. The whole family around the table, enjoying the food and conversation. You will love this version with low carb gravy that you can pour over everything including the cauliflower mash. Another comfort food favorite!

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Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower with Bacon and Cheese

Here is an amazing cauliflower mash to go with that roast recipe. Actually, this stuff is so good I like to eat it all by itself. Bacon, cheese, and sour cream make this some serious comfort food for me. Perfect for a rainy evening while streaming Netflix.

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Instant Pot Cauliflower Puree with Rosemary and Garlic

This is another awesome mashed potato substitute! Serve this with pretty much any of the other recipes. It's a perfect landing spot for all the gravies and sauces in these recipes. You won't miss potatoes at all. I promise.

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Wholesome Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Soup

This tomato soup is creamy and delicious. Everything I want in a soup. Serve it by itself or with a low carb grilled cheese sandwich.

And there you go. My favorite Keto Instant Pot recipes.

Something for every mood and every meal and every time of year.

If you would like a bread to serve with any of these recipes, check out this list of keto bread recipes.

Peace, love, and Instant Pots!

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30 Cheap Keto Meals That Won’t Break The Bank

October 15, 2018 by The Low Carb Keto Kitchen

So, you’ve done your research and you’ve decided you’re going to go for it!

You are SO gonna rock this keto thing!

Ain’t nothin gonna hold you back!

Except…

Maybe…

That stupid grocery budget thing you set up when you were feeling all adult-y that day.

And now you’ve got to stick to it cuz you already told your mom and she was so proud she told Aunt Emma and she told all the girls at bingo…

So now you’re stuck with that stupid grocery budget and how in the world are you going to do keto and lose weight and finally look better than that stuck up Becky Barnes at your stupid high school reunion?!?

Take a deep breath.

Find your happy place.

I got you!

I have searched for the frugal-est of frugal meals that are all keto-fied.

So now you can stick to your grocery budget (go you!), AND totally outshine Becky Barnes!

All at the same time.

Piece of keto cake!

Cheap Keto Breakfast Recipes

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so let's just jump in there. You really need to set yourself up for keto success with your first meal. There needs to be enough fat and protein to keep you full and focused on your day. Gone are the days of fruitloops and poptarts that sent your body into cycles of sugar highs and lows. Welcome to the new world of keto breakfast!

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Simple Egg and Cheese Quiche for Egg Fast

You don't have to be on an egg fast to enjoy this quiche. It's easy too, so that's a bonus! And you really can't get much cheaper than eggs.

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Mascarpone Scrambled Eggs

Another frugal cheesy egg dish. Mascarpone makes these eggs so creamy you'll never go back to plain ole scrambled eggs again...

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Low Carb Breakfast Casserole – Low Carb Sausage and Egg

I love a good casserole! They are great for making up the night before and popping in the oven when you are ready to eat. Buy your sausage when it's on sale to make this one even cheaper!

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Southwestern Low-Carb Crustless Breakfast Tarts

If you like a bit of a southwestern flair like I do, you will love this recipe! There are awesome straight out of the oven, but they're also perfect for a grab and go meal from the fridge. Also great for a mid afternoon snack before that boring meeting you have to go to at work...just sayin.

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My Favorite Keto Breakfast Sandwich

These breakfast sandwiches have a little bit of a zip to them as well. And if you get a spicy sausage, hold me back! Tuck in a little avocado and you have a breakfast winner for sure! And seriously, how fun is it to use sausage patties as bread?

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Fabulous Keto No-Crust Broccoli Cheddar Quiche

And from right here at the Low Carb Keto Kitchen is my cheddar and broccoli quiche. So good! Perfect for a brunch, great hot or cold, and a pretty frugal breakfast option.

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Easy Keto Pancake Recipe

Let's move on over to the sweeter side of breakfast, shall we? What's a Saturday morning without pancakes? These cheap and easy keto pancakes are sure to fill that gaping void. With sugar free syrup, of course.

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Flax Seed Muffins

I'm kinda a sucker for anything pumpkin. And these pumpkin flaxseed muffins are pretty dang tasty! This is another great make ahead breakfast option so you can eat on the run. Eat them cold, or heat them up, either way they are amazing!

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Low Carb Overnight Chia Oatmeal

Do you miss oatmeal? I miss oatmeal. But this overnight chia oatmeal lessens the sting a little bit. You can add the nuts of your choice and maybe even some berries if you are so inclined. I usually am so inclined. Blueberries are my favorites...

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German Pancake

We used to call these Dutch Baby Pancakes. This ketofied version is so good, you'll never tell the difference! Serve with sugarfree syrup, or plain, it's hard to beat.

Cheap Keto Lunch Recipes

The second stop on this cheap keto meal train is the lunchroom. Don't worry if you weren't one of the cool kids. Now all y'all get to sit at the cool kids' table. Lunches are so versatile! From salads to soups to sandwiches, there's sure to be something here to satisfy.

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Keto Salad (High Fat, Low Carb Cobb Salad)

You can't really go wrong with a salad. And this cobb salad is so filling. Chicken, bacon, feta cheese...I want one right now...

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Turmeric Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup

Not only is this soup delicious, it's packed with nutrition and it's also anti-inflammatory with the addition of the turmeric. It's a lovely light soup that is great for lunch or a light dinner.

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Egg Roll In A Bowl (Low-Carb Inside Out Egg Rolls)

If you are feeling blue because you're missing out on your favorite egg rolls, cheer up! This wrapper-less egg roll dish has got you covered! It's fast ad easy to prepare, reheats well, and works great for a make ahead meal. For even less carbs, skip the shredded carrots.

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Low Carb Jalapeno Popper Chicken Soup Recipe - So easy and Keto!

Some like it hot, and if that's you, this may become your go-to soup recipe! Shredded chicken, taco seasoning, and of course jalapenos are center stage in this soup. And this one has a bonus too, because you can make it in the instant pot or crockpot. Don't you just love bonuses?

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Beef & Kale Soup in the Instant Pot

Here's another instant pot soup that you can do in the crockpot as well. Nourishing and oh so tasty, this beef and kale soup starts with mineral rich broth and just gets better from there. Rich and satisfying and perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Keto Chicken Quesadilla | Cheese Shell Keto Quesadilla Recipe

This chicken quesadilla recipe has a special place in my Mexican food loving heart. Using cheese as the tortilla is genius! Gives me all the feelz...lol...try it. Today. You'll be so very happy that you did!

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Italian Tuna Salad Recipe - Keto Lunch Idea

This tuna salad recipe is lovely and fresh and perfect for a lunch that is satisfying and filling, but doesn't weight you down. Prep the veggies ahead of time for a quicker lunch. Perfect to take to school or the office. Or even to the park...

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Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

Another salad that is great to take on the go. The avocado gives it a boost in the vitamin and fat content departments. Make this in little rolls for appetizers at your next get together and bask in the complements of your friends.

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Low Carb Lasagna Stuffed Peppers

Everything you love about lasagna without the carbs. The tomatoey sauce. The Italian herbs. The ooey gooey cheesy goodness. All right here, folks. You can make these ahead and reheat under the broiler for a quick lunch. Buon Appetito!

Cheap Keto Dinner Recipes

And our last stop will be, of course, the dinner table. The place where people come together and you get to bond with family. And turn strangers into friends. And spend time with your cat... These cheap keto dinner recipes are really good. And to be honest, most people would never know that these are "diet" recipes. So, let's go!

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Low Carb Parmesan Dijon Pork Chops

Let's start with one of my favorites. These pork chops are so tender and juicy, you'll think you died and gone to hog heaven...You can fix the rest of your meal while these are baking for a quick and easy dinner that's on the table in under 30 minutes. Easy, fast, and cheap. Win-win-win!

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Fajita-Inspired Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Peppers

Another Mexican recipe that I love. And this one uses chicken thighs which are less expensive than the breasts. And I think they are tastier as well. Sheet pan dinners are easy to make and easier to clean up. And who doesn't love that?

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Easy Keto Beef Stroganoff

I love a good, hearty beef dinner. And this keto beef stroganoff is no exception. No white rice and no pasta means it's low on carbs but it's big on flavor. This dish has the OG awesome sauce flavored with onions and mushrooms. So much to love here!

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Cheesy Cauliflower Shepherd's Pie - Keto Recipe

This amazing Shepherd's Pie is made with lamb and topped with cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes. If lamb isn't in the budget, simply substitute ground beef or even ground turkey. It's really good with which ever protein you have in the freezer.

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Easy Baked Parmesan Crusted Tilapia Recipe with Mayo - 4 Ingredients

Another awesome sheet pan dinner here. Don't you just love those? I try to serve fish at least one night a week. This recipe has become one of my go-to fish recipes. Tilapia is a mild fish, so even if you don't like "fishy" fish, give this one a try!

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Low-Carb Deconstructed Pizza Casserole (Video) - Kalyn's Kitchen

I love this pizza casserole. Everything I love about pizza without the carb-y gluten-y crust. And, you can use your favorite toppings so you can have it your way. Like Burger King. Only better...

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Baked Garlic Butter Chicken | Delicious Chicken Dinner Idea!

This chicken dish is simple and elegant. Fancy enough for a dinner party, but quick and easy enough for a week night dinner. The recipe calls for reduced fat cheese, but here in keto land we go full fat. You can sub chicken thighs for the breasts to make it a more frugal meal.

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Mexican Zucchini and Beef Skillet

I love skillet meals almost as much as I love sheet pan meals. So easy to clean up after. And chances are good the family will clean up this Mexican Zucchini and Beef Skillet. As in, no leftovers...Simple ingredients in one skillet always equals genius in my book.

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Quick Keto Chicken Alfredo with Spaghetti Squash

From right here at the Low Carb Keto Kitchen comes this quick Chicken Alfredo. Another skillet meal, of sorts. This one uses left over cooked chicken and is served over spaghetti squash "noodles". You'll never miss the pasta!

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The Best Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole in the World

Another one from here on the blog. And this one is another skillet meal. Told you I love them. And this one also uses precooked chicken. So another option if you have left over chicken from another meal. I think this is probably one of our most favorite meals of all time. It really is that good. But don't take my word for it, make some tonight and you'll see!

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Easy 20 Minute Taco Boats ~ Keto, Gluten-free

And last, but not least, one of the cheapest meals around. And one that I probably make more that any other. Because I really, really love Mexican food. This is so fast and so satisfying, I mostly don't even miss the tortillas!

So there you go!

30 days of cheap keto meals that will keep you in ketosis and keep you in the black.

Emma and the girls gonna be so proud!

Peace, love, and keto on!

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