For those embracing a ketogenic lifestyle, finding satisfying and flavorful meals can sometimes feel like a challenge. However, with the versatility of a slow cooker, creating delicious and comforting keto-friendly soups and stews becomes incredibly easy. This article explores several keto crockpot soup and stew recipes that are not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrients.
Keto Crack Chicken Soup
This recipe is a creamy, cheesy, and bacon-filled delight that's sure to become a family favorite. If a recipe has "crack" in the title it means that the recipe has cheddar, bacon, and ranch in the ingredients. It all started with my Crack Dip way back in 2007. According to the dictionary, the definition of crack is “of superior excellence or ability”. We think the flavor combination of cheddar, bacon, and ranch fits this definition! This soup is SO good - you’ll never miss the carbs!
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts (any cut of chicken can be used)
- Low-sodium chicken bone broth
- Cream cheese
- Ranch dressing mix (or homemade seasoning for those sensitive to store-bought mixes)
- Bacon
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Add low-sodium chicken bone broth, cream cheese, a packet of ranch dressing mix, and bacon.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW heat for 4 to 6 hours.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
- Place the shredded chicken back in the slow cooker and add shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Let the soup cook until the cheese has melted.
Serving Suggestions
Top with extra cheese and bacon for added flavor. Serve with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables like broccoli or Brussels sprouts for a complete meal. If you aren’t doing a low-carb diet, whip up some garlic bread or breadsticks. They are perfect for dipping into the soup and soaking up all those delicious flavors.
Can I cook Crack Chicken Soup on the stovetop?
Yes! Use a whole rotisserie chicken instead of chicken breasts. Place everything except the cheddar cheese in a large Dutch oven or soup pot. Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Is Crack Chicken Soup gluten-free?
Yes.
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Can I freeze Chicken Soup?
Yes! Cook the soup and cool to room temperature.
Low Carb Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup
This recipe combines the comforting flavors of a cheeseburger into a warm and hearty soup. It’s a "dump and go" recipe, making it perfect for busy weeknights. This warm keto soup recipe is so simple to prepare. It’s great to come home to a warm bowl of low carb crock pot cheeseburger soup.
Ingredients
- Lean ground beef (or ground turkey, venison, or pork)
- Beef broth (or veggie broth)
- Cauliflower florets (fresh or frozen)
- Shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese of your choice)
- Dried basil
- Dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Cooked bacon, crumbled
Instructions
- Cook garlic and onion in skillet with hot oil until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove from heat and drain oil (if needed).
- Transfer cooked beef into a 4 or 6 quart crock pot. Add remaining ingredients.
- Stir to combine ingredients.
- Layer the ingredients out in the crockpot. I started out with the ground beef, followed by veggies, cheese and lastly the cauliflower.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Variations
For a vegetarian option, swap out the ground beef for a plant-based alternative like Beyond Meat and use vegetable broth.
Serving Suggestions
Top with crumbled bacon for added flavor and texture.
Storage
The soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container. Since this is a dairy based soup, I do not recommend freezing it. The dairy with separate from the soup and just leave you with a weird texture and flavor. If you want to meal prep it, cook all of the ingredients together and just leave out the dairy products. When you are ready to eat, heat up the soup and add of the cheese, sour cream and milk.
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Stovetop Instructions
This could be made on the stovetop if you don't have the time to wait for the slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Low Carb Zuppa Toscana Soup
Skip the trip to your local restaurant and make a batch of this insanely delicious copycat soup! It's healthy, it's delicious, and it's made low carb! This recipe is a keto-friendly take on the classic Zuppa Toscana soup, replacing potatoes with cauliflower florets to reduce carbs. It's a hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a chilly day.
Ingredients
- Sausage
- Onions
- Chicken or vegetable stock
- Cauliflower florets (fresh)
- Kale
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the sausage and place it into at least a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Add the onions, chicken or vegetable stock, cauliflower florets, kale, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Other Keto-Friendly Soup Ideas
- Meatball Soup: Made with tender meatballs, and a rich tomato broth.
- Mexican Street Corn Chicken Chili: A flavor-packed twist on classic chili! Made with tender chicken, sweet corn, green chiles.
- Drunken Taco Soup: Warm up with a bowl of this easy Drunken Taco Soup!
Side Dishes to Complete Your Keto Soup Meal
- Cheesy Keto Biscuits: Even if you aren’t doing the Keto diet, you will love these biscuits!
- Parmesan Green Beans: Fresh green beans, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Champagne Deviled Eggs: Made these for a party and everyone raved about them!!!
- Oven Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes: Takes one minute to toss together and is ready to eat in 15 minutes!
- Keto Cheeseburger Salad: This Keto Cheeseburger Salad is a definite must if you are craving a Big Mac from McDonald's.
- Keto Cheeseburger Casserole With Bacon: Keto Cheeseburger Casserole With Bacon is a quick and easy ground beef dish that fulfills that cheeseburger craving.
Tips for Keto Crockpot Cooking
- Choose the Right Cuts of Meat: Opt for fattier cuts of meat, such as chicken thighs or ground beef, to increase your fat intake and stay within keto guidelines.
- Load Up on Non-Starchy Vegetables: Vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli, spinach, and kale are low in carbs and high in nutrients, making them perfect additions to keto soups and stews.
- Use Full-Fat Dairy Products: Cream cheese, heavy cream, and shredded cheese add richness and flavor to keto recipes while providing healthy fats.
- Season Generously: Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs, spices, and seasonings to enhance the flavor of your soups and stews. Ranch dressing mix or homemade seasoning.
- Adjust Cooking Times as Needed: Slow cookers can vary in temperature, so adjust cooking times accordingly to ensure your ingredients are cooked through.
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