Keto Melty Blackberry Jalapeño Stuffed Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with creamy cheese, sweet-tart blackberries, and spicy jalapeños, then baked until melty and golden. This keto-friendly dish balances heat, richness, and fruity flavor beautifully.
Servings
4 servings
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
25–30 minutes
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Stuffing
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
Optional Blackberry Glaze
- 1/4 cup blackberries
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp keto sweetener
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish or oven-safe skillet
- Toothpicks (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to:
- 375°F (190°C)
Lightly grease a baking dish.
Step 2: Prepare Chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry.
Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the side of each breast without slicing all the way through.
Season both sides with:
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- onion powder
Step 3: Make the Filling
In a bowl combine:
- cream cheese
- mozzarella
- chopped blackberries
- jalapeño
- green onions
- herbs
- salt
Mix until evenly combined.
Step 4: Stuff the Chicken
Divide filling evenly among chicken breasts.
Stuff carefully into each pocket.
Secure with toothpicks if needed.
Step 5: Sear (Optional but Recommended)
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken:
- 2 minutes per side
until lightly golden.
Step 6: Bake
Transfer skillet or chicken to oven.
Bake:
- 20–25 minutes
until:
- internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)
- cheese is melted
- chicken is fully cooked
Optional Blackberry Glaze
While chicken bakes:
Combine in a small saucepan:
- blackberries
- water
- keto sweetener
- balsamic vinegar
Simmer:
- 5–7 minutes
Mash slightly until syrupy.
Drizzle lightly over cooked chicken.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
- roasted broccoli
- cauliflower mash
- garlic green beans
- zucchini noodles
- side salad with vinaigrette
Storage
Refrigerator
Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
Reheating
Reheat gently in oven or covered skillet to keep chicken juicy.
Approximate Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 360
- Protein: 39g
- Fat: 20g
- Net Carbs: 4–5g
