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Instant Pot Bacon Chicken Ranch Baked Potato Casserole

Instant Pot Bacon Chicken Ranch Baked Potato Casserole

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With every Instant Pot recipe, I contemplate how I can save time in comparison to cooking the dish using a traditional method. Baked potatoes usually take 45 minutes to an hour in the oven. I usually wrap them in foil and constantly poke, poke, poke, and pray the potatoes finally soften up. Baked potatoes can be made in the Instant Pot in less than 10 minutes. The story is similar for the shredded chicken in this recipe. I used to cook my breasts in a slow-cooker for a few hours on high. It should come as no surprise, I have not used my slow-cooker since I purchased the Instant Pot! Maybe I will during the winter months. The Instant Pot has a slow-cooker feature, which is great.

Calories: 435       Fat: 13G      Net Carbs: 34G      Protein:  45G

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Instant Pot Bacon Chicken Ranch Baked Potato Casserole

Look at all of that cheesy goodness! I usually save the mozzarella for the topping in a lot of recipes so that I obtain these results.

I chose to saute the chicken breasts first for a couple of minutes on each side using the Instant Pot. I did this because I wanted to pressure cook the potatoes and chicken breasts at the same time. With this method, the chicken breasts are not going into the pot raw with the potatoes.

Instant Pot Bacon Chicken Ranch Baked Potato Casserole

I am a HUGE fan of Trader Joe’s uncured, nitrate-free bacon. I love the taste and texture. Nitrates are preservatives. Going with a nitrate-free alternative means that it will go bad a lot faster. So you should be sure you have plans for the bacon when you purchase it.

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Instant Pot Bacon Chicken Ranch Baked Potato Casserole

Instant Pot Bacon Chicken Ranch Baked Potato Casserole is a quick and easy pressure cooker recipe with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 435 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 16 oz skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 slices uncured, nitrate-free bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 6 red potatoes
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped
  • 1 tsp chives
  • 3/4 packet ranch seasoning I used Hidden Valley
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • McCormick's Grill Mates Chicken Seasoning to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Add the olive oil to the pot. You can also use cooking spray. Turn the Instant Pot on the saute function.

  2. Season the chicken breasts.

  3. Saute the chicken for 2 minutes on each side until the chicken turns white.

  4. Add the potato chunks and chicken broth to the Instant Pot with the chicken breasts.

  5. Put the lid on the pot and adjust the settings to the Manual 10 minutes. 

  6. When the pot beeps allow the Instant Pot to release steam on its own without quick release for 10 minutes.

  7. Remove the chicken from the pot. Using two knives or a knife and fork, shred the chicken. Set aside. 

  8. Mash the potatoes with a hand mixer or a potato masher inside the pot.

  9. Add the remaining ingredients and the chicken to the pot, except for the cheeses. Only add 1/2 cup of shredded cheese here. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine all of the ingredients. 

  10. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

  11. Spray a baking pan with cooking spray. Add the mixture to the baking pan.

  12. Top with the remaining cheese. 

  13. Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted. 

  14. Cool before serving.

Chipotle Bacon Bowl with Grilled Shrimp and Veggies

Chipotle Bacon Bowl with Grilled Shrimp and Veggies

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This chipotle bacon bowl with grilled shrimp AND veggies is perfect for a summer day. Throughout summer I feel like I pretty much live in front of my grill on the weekends. I love the taste of grilled foods. A few years ago I started experimenting by throwing my veggies on the grill in addition to meat. This has been an EPIC discovery. Fresh, grilled veggies can convert anyone into a veggies lover. I wish my parents had grilled the veggies on my plate when I was a child. I am pretty convinced I would have had a happy plate each and every night. Instead, I constantly tried to barter with my mom to get out of eating all of my vegetables. My negotiation skills were perfected pretty early in life!   

Calories: 320     Fat: 8G      Net Carbs: 30G      Protein:  32G

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These grill baskets are a life saver! Shrimp, veggies, and fruit (yes, fruit, I love grilled peaches) fit perfectly.

chipotle bacon bowl with grilled shrimp and veggies

Season the veggies with the Chipotle Bacon seasoning for intense flavor!

chipotle bacon bowl with grilled shrimp and veggies

 VOILA! A quick and easy meal that is perfect for advanced meal prep.

chipotle bacon bowl with grilled shrimp and veggies

I am a huge fan of shrimp because it’s not only delicious, it is also filled with a ton of protein. 4 ounces of shrimp has about 30 grams of protein and is super lean/fat/carb free.

chipotle bacon bowl with grilled shrimp and veggies

chipotle bacon bowl with grilled shrimp and veggies

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Chipotle Bacon Bowl with Grilled Shrimp and Veggies

Chipotle Bacon Bowl with Grilled Shrimp and Veggies is a healthy, low-calorie, quick, and easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.

Course dinner, lunch
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 319 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups sliced zucchini
  • 2 cups sliced squash
  • 4 slices nitrate-free bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cups Long Grain and Wild Rice I used 90 second ready rice
  • 2 whole kernel corn on the cob
  • 1 lime sliced
  • 1 tsp butter melted
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • McCormick's Grill Mates Chipotle Bacon Seasoning to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp and veggies with the seasonings.

  2. Turn the grill on medium-high heat.

  3. Add the shrimp and zucchini to separate grill baskets. Place the corn on the cob directly on the grill.

  4. Grill the shrimp for about 5 minutes, turning at least once, until the shrimp turns bright pink.

  5. Grill the corn for 5-6 minutes on each side or until the corn has charred some.

  6. Grill the zucchini for 5-6 minutes, tossing a few times to ensure it is soft on both sides.

  7. Before removing the corn from the grill spread the melted butter on the corn with a cooking brush.

  8. Cook the rice in the microwave for 90 seconds. 

  9. Add the rice, cooked shrimp, veggies, and crumbled bacon to a bowl. Top with cilantro and fresh lime juice to serve.

sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon

Sheet Pan Almond Crusted Chicken Stuffed With Smoked Cheddar and Bacon

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Sheet Pan Almond Crusted Chicken Stuffed With Smoked Cheddar and Bacon is just what I need right now. I have leftover bacon and smoked cheddar cheese from my Smoked Cheddar Jalapeno Bacon Dip recipe that I would like to use. I have also become a sheet pan connoisseur as of late. 🙂 I have created at least one dish a week for the last month. I am truly addicted! Another great thing about this dish is that it’s low-carb, with only 6 grams, net. Although, this dish is breaded, using the almond meal really helps with the overall macros here. Almonds are low in carbs.

Calories: 361       Fat: 20G      Net Carbs: 6G     Protein: 37G

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sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon

After baking the chicken for 20 minutes, covered, remove the chicken and add the veggies to the pan. Bake for an additional 10 minutes uncovered.
sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon

sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon

sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon

Recently, a friend reached out to me with a lot of “how to” questions about meal prepping. One of her questions related to how to keep chicken and fish meals fresh and how to prevent them from becoming dry throughout the week. I typically marinate most of my chicken and fish meals in advance of cooking. I also prepare a lot of stuffed meals. Stuffing chicken and fish helps prevent the meat from drying out. While reheating the dish, moisture is created from the various stuffed ingredients. Cheese works really well with this process. I also love to use olive oil to coat the meat prior to seasoning. This also helps bring moisture while reheating. 

sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon 

Here are other stuffed dish recipes you should definitely check out: 

sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon

sheet pan almond crusted chicken stuffed with smoked cheddar and bacon
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Sheet Pan Almond Crusted Chicken with Smoked Cheddar and Bacon

Sheet Pan Almond Crusted Chicken with Smoked Cheddar and Bacon is the perfect healthy, lightened-up, skinny dish with cream cheese and crunchy bacon.

Course dinner
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 oz skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup smoked cheddar shredded
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 slices nitrate-free, uncured bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup almond meal I used Trader Joe's Just Almond Meal
  • 2 tbsp non-fat, plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups fresh green beans
  • 2 cups fresh mushrooms
  • McCormicks Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

  2. Make cuts/slices into each of the chicken breasts, without cutting through the entire breast.

  3. Combine the almond meal and seasonings into a bowl.

  4. Dip the chicken in the olive oil and then coat with the almond meal mixture.

  5. Place the cream cheese in the microwave for 20 seconds to soften. Combine the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, smoked cheddar cheese, and bacon in a bowl. 

  6. Stuff the cheese and bacon mixture into each of the slits in the chicken.

  7. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese and paprika over the top.

  8. Spray a sheet pan with cooking spray. Add the chicken the pan. Cover with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes.

  9. Remove the parchment paper. Add the veggies to the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Bake an additional 10 minutes uncovered.

  10. Allow to cool before serving.

smoked cheddar jalapeno bacon dip

Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Dip

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Smoked cheddar jalapeño bacon cheese dip is right on time for National Chips and Dip Day on March 23rd.  Spring is also on the rise and quickly approaching. For me, that means binge watching March Madness, patiently waiting for the opening day of a new season of baseball, and finding more excuses to get out and spend time with friends. 
 
Food is a major part of all of these events. While sitting on my couch watching this year’s Cinderella team make that buzzer beater shot to win the game, I am going to want good food and a tasty adult beverage at my fingertips. 
 
The same goes for Opening Day and baseball games. NO ONE tailgates like Kansas City.  We have it down to a science and our food spreads are always legit. If you are searching for a dish that isn’t cliche and will totally impress all of your friends, look no further. Oh, and go ROYALS! 

Calories: 171       Fat: 12G      Net Carbs: 3G     Protein: 15G

smoked cheddar jalapeno bacon dip

smoked cheddar jalapeno bacon dip

Who says eating healthy has to be a death sentence? There are so many ways to enjoy chips and dip and still keep that waistline in tact. For a cheesy dip like this one, small adjustments go a long way. Whenever I want to lighten-up cheese and other dairy ingredients I go for reduced-fat options. I also substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt. This not only lowers the calorie and fat count, it boosts the protein. Greek yogurt is great for cooking. It also makes a great substitute for buttermilk and whipping cream.  

smoked cheddar jalapeno bacon dip

smoked cheddar jalapeno bacon dip

Now onto BACON! Bacon gets such a bad rap, but it’s sooooo delicious! Traditional bacon is cured in a mixture of salt, water, and sodium nitrates to preserve. Uncured bacon uses natural nitrates found in celery powder or sea salt.  My preference is to purchase nitrate-free. Nitrates have been linked to cancers in many studies. Trader Joe’s has an inexpensive option.  The lack of nitrates does not take away the fats found in bacon. So there is a judgment call to be made. I prefer uncured bacon to turkey bacon because I enjoy the taste and a serving of bacon only has an additional gram of fat than turkey bacon. For me, the trade-off is not worth it. 
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Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Dip

warm gooey jalapeno bacon cheddar dip with smoked cheddar, parmesan, cream cheese, white wine, and crunchy bacon

Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 171 kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 slices uncured bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1-2 jalapeno peppers chopped
  • 2 cups plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

  2. Spray a skillet with cooking spray over medium-high heat.

  3. Add the jalapeños. Cook until soft.

  4. Add the wine to the pan and stir. 

  5. Add the remaining ingredients (using only half of the bacon). Reduce the heat to medium. Cook until the cream cheese and shredded cheese have melted.

  6. Spray a baking or casserole dish with cooking spray. Add the mixture to the dish.

  7. Sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon over the top.

  8. Bake for 22-25 minutes until the cheese begins to bubble.

  9. Cool before serving.

Quick and Easy Pan-Seared Apple Pork Chops

Quick and Easy Pan-Seared Apple Pork Chops

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Quick and easy pan-seared apple pork chops were somewhat of a reach for me. I have not been a fan of pork chops for years. Growing up my family ate them often. I always hated hot dogs and sausage, so I just figured most pork was not for me. Although, I absolutely LOVE bacon (that should be obvious by a lot of my recipes). Recently, while dining out I have come across a few different gourmet pork chop dishes. I decided I wanted to take a stab at creating my own. Some may be completely turned off because pork chops are not typically seen as a meal one can consume while trying to lose weight. I absolutely agree. If I were on a mission to drop pounds I would likely cut out most, if not all, pork completely. Yes, that includes my beloved nitrate-free bacon. I started my blog because I wanted to incorporate recipes that are helpful for those who have a desire to lose weight, but also plan to make health and fitness a part of their lifestyle. When fitness and health are completely integrated into your life, you have the flexibility to do so much more than you could while trying to shed weight.

Calories: 169     Fat: 8G     Net Carbs: 9G     Protein: 13G            
Weight Watchers Smart Points: 6

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

I asked for a pre-seasoned cast-iron skillet for Christmas (YAY). I couldn’t wait to give it a test run.

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

I love using a cast iron skillet to obtain the perfect hue on a pan-seared dish.

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops

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Quick and Easy Pan Seared Apple Pork Chops

Quick and easy pan seared apple pork chops that are sweet and smoky with tasty apples.

Course lunch
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 169 kcal
Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

  • 4 thin sliced bone-in pork chops
  • 1 green apple sliced into small slices
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 2 teaspoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • salt garlic powder, and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the pork chops and pat dry.
  2. Add a small amount of the liquid smoke and worcestershire sauce to both sides of the pork chops.
  3. Season the pork chops with the seasonings.
  4. Pat the pork chops with the flour. Shake off any excess.
  5. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add the butter and allow it to melt.
  7. Add the pork chops to the skillet. Cook on both sides for 3-4 minutes until a crust forms on the surface.
  8. Remove the pork chops from the skillet.
  9. Add the apple sauce and sliced apples to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping the apples, until the apples are soft.
  10. Remove from heat.
  11. Return the pork chops to the skillet.
  12. Cover the pork chops with the apples and sauce.
  13. Serve!

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