Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Taquitos
Servings
4 servings (about 8 taquitos)
Preparation Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Cook: 15 minutes
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Total: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
Filling
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken
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6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
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½ cup cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup ranch dressing
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon black pepper
Keto “Tortillas”
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1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons almond flour
Optional Toppings
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Extra ranch dressing
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Chopped green onions
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Sliced avocado
Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl combine:
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Shredded chicken
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Chopped bacon
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Cream cheese
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Ranch dressing
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Cheddar cheese
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Garlic powder
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Black pepper
Mix well until everything is evenly combined. Set aside.
2. Make the Keto Tortillas
Place mozzarella cheese and almond flour in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave for 45–60 seconds until the cheese melts.
Stir the mixture until it forms a soft dough.
3. Shape the Tortillas
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Divide the dough into 8 small portions.
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Place each portion between two sheets of parchment paper.
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Roll into small thin circles (about tortilla size).
4. Add the Filling
Place 2–3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture across the center of each tortilla.
5. Roll the Taquitos
Carefully roll each tortilla tightly around the filling to form a taquito shape.
Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking tray.
6. Bake
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Bake for 12–15 minutes until:
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The outside becomes golden
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The cheese shell firms up and gets slightly crispy
7. Serve
Remove from the oven and let them cool for 2–3 minutes.
Serve warm with ranch dressing and optional toppings.
Tips for Best Results
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Rotisserie chicken works great for quick preparation.
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Cook bacon until extra crispy for better texture.
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If the dough becomes hard to roll, warm it again for 10–15 seconds.
Approximate Keto Nutrition (per taquito)
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Calories: ~180
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Carbs: ~2–3 g net carbs
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Protein: ~12 g
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Fat: ~14 g
