Stop Everything and Make This Jalapeño Popper Casserole • 53g of Protein!

Thanks to Merryfield for sponsoring this video! Download Merryfield to get rewarded with gift cards for buying better for you brands. Download at https://merryfield.yt.link/J2pcerV so they know I sent you! Low Carb Jalapeño Popper Casserole Battle 🌶️🥦 Cottage Cheese VS. Ricotta Cheese! Today, I test two versions of the viral Jalapeno Popper Casserole by Instagram creator Benji Xavier. He's lost over 100 pounds watching his diet and controlling calories, so I thought it might be fun to convert his popular high protein comfort casserole into a low carb version for keto diets. The base of his casserole is broccoli, so I only had to change a few things to lower the carb count. I made two different versions of the altered recipe, one with the cottage cheese from the original, and a second attempt using ricotta cheese for those out there that are tired of the cottage cheese invasion. Which came out on top? Let's find out! -------------- ✅⭐️⬇️ RECIPES FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO Jalapeño Popper Casserole by: Benji Xavier, The Rebel Diet @benjixavier Link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBe57M9RCGQ/ -------------- ✅⭐️⬇️ MY LOW CARB & KETO VERSION Low Carb Jalapeño Popper Casserole by: Wes Shoemaker, Highfalutin' Low Carb Inspired by: Benji Xavier, The Rebel Diet Ingredients: 24 oz lightly steamed broccoli florets 1.25 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, shredded 6 slices thick-cut bacon, sliced small 2 medium jalapeños, chopped 1 small bunch of spring onions, chopped 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Sauce: 2 cups full fat cottage cheese (OR full-fat ricotta cheese) 4 oz full fat cream cheese 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 tsp of garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp of salt Directions: 1. Lightly steam broccoli until half-way cooked. Set aside to cool. 2. Cook chicken breasts (poach or gently sauté.) Allow to cool and shred with a fork. 3. Slice the bacon into small strips, and sauté until brown. Set aside on paper towel to drain. 4. Prepare the sauce by combining everything in a blender of food processor until smooth. 5. Combine all ingredients in a greased 9x13 casserole dish (except the shredded cheddar cheese and a little of the bacon and green onions to garnish.) Mix well. Top the casserole with the shredded cheddar and reserved bacon bits and green onions. 6. Bake at 350ºF for about 20 minutes or until heated through and broccoli is tender. Nutrition (Cottage Cheese Version): 439 Calories 19g Fat 53g Protein 12g Carbs 4g Fiber 8g Net Carbs Nutrition (Ricotta Cheese Version): 481 Calories 24g Fat 53g Protein 13g Carbs 4g Fiber 9g Net Carbs -------------- ✅⭐️⬇️ PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO Ninja Pro Blender with Cups: https://amzn.to/47RalHg Magnetic Measuring Cups: https://amzn.to/4nLgBpK Magnetic Measuring Spoons: https://amzn.to/49IBmy6 ProTeak Cutting Board: https://amzn.to/3mX5P5K My Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/highfalutinlowcarb (We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.) --------------- ⭐️🎁⬇️ NEW MERCH! - SHIRTS, APRONS, HOODIES "Low Carb. High Snark" & "Sift, Y'all." https://lowcarb.myspreadshop.com --------------- 📱🔗 MY SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Website: https://www.highfalutinlowcarb.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/highfalutinlowcarb Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/highfalutinlowcarb Twitter: http://twitter.com/hf_lowcarb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highfalutinlowcarb Shirts & Aprons: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/lowcarb Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/highfalutinlowcarb 📧 Email Inquiries: wes (at) highfalutinlowcarb (dot) com -------------- 🎤🎥 THE HIGHFALUTIN' KITCHEN STUDIO GEAR Front Camera (Canon 70D): https://amzn.to/3dQed0a Front Camera Lens (Canon 24mm Prime): https://amzn.to/3qYXLhR Overhead Camera (Canon G7Xiii): https://amzn.to/4eTi6Ol Switti RGB LED Lights: https://amzn.to/3dV71zX Neewer LED Ring Light: https://amzn.to/3kxZwQz Comica Wireless Lavalier Mics: https://amzn.to/3UpxIRx Neewer Heavy Duty C-Stand: https://amzn.to/3uxBlGx 🎵 Music by Epidemic Sound