Keto Stuffed Cucumbers with rotisserie chicken, bacon ranch is a very tasty and low-carb dish. These chicken & bacon stuffed cucumbers are ideal for snacks as well as for a light lunch. The hollow cucumber halves are stuffed with the flavorful and creamy mixture of chicken, ranch dressing, bacon, green onions, and chives. These stuffed cucumbers are loaded with proteins and healthy fats, which keep us full and energized. We can easily customize these Keto Stuffed Cucumbers and add the vegetables, cheese, and spices as we like, and these are gluten-free as well.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Serving Size: 1
- Cook Time: Nil
- Cuisine: American
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Course: Snack / Appetizer / Light Lunch
- Diet: Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free
- Servings: 4 halves
EQUIPMENT:
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- Chopping board
- Spatula
- Spoon
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 ½ cups rotisserie chicken
- ½ cup bacon
- ⅓ cup ranch dressing
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp. green onions
- Salt and pepper
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
ROTISSEIRE CHCIEKN:
- Rotisserie chicken is used to add cooked and delicious chicken to save time; we would also boil the chicken and shred it at the time of making this snack.
BACON:
- We have to choose bacon that is devoid of sugar and nitrates, and it should be thick-cut so that it crisps well.
KETO RANCH DRESSING:
- We have to buy the keto-friendly ranch dressing by checking the label or we can also make the dressing at home.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Sharp cheddar cheese is used in this snack to give a deep flavor; we could also utilize the Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
CUCUMBERS:
- English cucumbers are perfect for scooping as they have thin skin and low seed content.
GREEN ONIONS:
- Green onions are added to this dish to give the filling a light, fresh onion flavor without dominating it.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- We can slice the cucumber in half and take out the seeds from the cucumber with the scoop to hollow the cucumber.
- Then we can put the chicken, bacon, ranch, cheddar, & green onions in a mixing bowl then stir until all ingredients are well blended.
- Now we can add the salt and pepper to the mixture and stir the components well.
- Then we can add the mixture in the cucumber boats evenly.
- We can chill for 10 to 15 minutes for a cool snack then serve.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
- We can combine with deviled eggs to create a snack platter to make this snake loaded with protein.
- You can serve these stuffed cucumbers with chips or cauliflower tots.
- Put these stuffed cucumbers in a lunchbox with olives and cheese sticks.
- We can also use mini cucumbers as a party snack.
- You can garnish the snacks with fresh herbs and some additional ranch dressing.
- We can serve these cucumbers with pickle spears or keto coleslaw on the side.
TIPS:
- We have to properly pat dry the cucumbers with a paper towel to keep the filling from getting thin.
- You can also use the leftover baked or grilled chicken if the rotisserie chicken is not available.
- We can chill the filling before stuffing for the best texture and handling.
- You can garnish the dish with the additional cheese or paprika powder before serving.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can put the dish in a sealed box and store this snack for 2 days.
FREEZER:
- You wouldn’t have to store this dish as they lose their texture because of their water content.
FAQs:
Is this dish low carb?
- These stuffed cucumbers are low in carbs and just comprised of 2g net carbs & 18g protein present in single servings of these cucumbers.
Can I make this dish before time?
- We can prep the filling and cucumbers before time and assemble them at the time of requirement for the best texture.
Will I utilize the turkey bacon?
- We can utilize the turkey bacon instead of the regular bacon but it should be keto-friendly.
What should I use in place of cucumbers?
- We should utilize bell peppers or large celery stalks as a substitute for the cucumbers.
Is the ranch dressing keto-friendly?
- The ranch dressings are mostly keto-friendly but still, we have to check the label before buying.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 290 kcal
Net Carbs: 2g
Fiber: 2g
Total Carbs: 4g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 22g
Sodium: 470mg
Potassium: 310mg
Calcium: 90mg
Iron: 0.8mg
Vitamin A: 300 IU
