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Keto BBQ Mac and Cheese Burger Recipe

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A no-bun, flavor-packed burger loaded with BBQ shredded chicken, creamy keto mac and cheese, and juicy smash burger patties. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners, summer cookouts, or meal prep when you want real food without the carbs.

Ingredients

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For BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese:

  • 2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover pulled chicken)

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella

  • 1 tbsp cream cheese

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ¼ cup keto-friendly BBQ sauce

  • 1 ½ cups cooked low-carb pasta or cauliflower florets

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Smash Burgers:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp mustard powder

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

  • Salt and pepper

  • Avocado oil or cooking spray

Optional Toppings:

  • Sugar-free pickles

  • Extra cheddar

  • Keto coleslaw

  • Bacon

  • Keto Big Mac sauce (mayo, mustard, relish, vinegar, onion powder)

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, melt butter and cream cheese. Add almond milk, then stir in cheddar and mozzarella until melted.

  2. Add garlic, paprika, BBQ sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir in shredded chicken and cooked low-carb pasta or cauliflower.

  3. Form ground beef into 4 loose balls. Smash them onto a hot skillet and cook 1-2 minutes per side. Season while cooking.

  4. Layer a burger patty, a scoop of BBQ mac and chicken, and any toppings you like. Serve with a fork, lettuce wrap, or chaffle.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked chicken or crockpot chicken for faster prep.

  • Swap cauliflower for pasta for lower carbs.

  • Store mac mixture in fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for later.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-bbq-mac-and-cheese-burger/