Bacon and Egg Muffin Cups with Cheddar and Chives

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Keto-friendly savory muffin cups loaded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh chives that make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large eggs, bacon strips, sharp cheddar cheese, shredded for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 American cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease 6 cups of a muffin tin with 1 tbsp butter.
  2. Step 2: Partially cook 6 bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat for 4 minutes until they start to crisp but remain flexible.
  3. Step 3: Line each muffin cup with one piece of the partially cooked bacon, wrapping it around the sides.
  4. Step 4: Crack 1 large egg into each bacon-lined cup, then sprinkle evenly with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and 2 tbsp finely chopped chives distributed evenly.
  5. Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the egg whites are set and yolks reach your desired doneness.
  6. Step 6: Let the muffin cups cool for 2 minutes before carefully removing them with a small spatula or knife to loosen edges. Serve warm.

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