Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
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4
273 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
605 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
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The Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole layers tender chicken breast cubes with ham, steamed cauliflower, and a creamy sauce made from heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and melted gruyere cheese. Garlic and seasoning build flavor, while mozzarella and additional gruyere cheese contribute to a cheesy, satisfying texture suitable for a low-carb meal.
Description
This casserole features bite-sized chicken pieces seasoned with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, pan-cooked until thoroughly done. Steamed cauliflower serves as a low-carb vegetable base that absorbs the creamy sauce without becoming mushy. The sauce is crafted by simmering heavy cream with garlic, butter, Dijon mustard, and melted gruyere, which provides a sharp, nutty richness.
Combined with ham cubes and topped with a blend of mozzarella and gruyere cheeses, the casserole is baked until bubbly and golden. The dish delivers a balance of creamy, cheesy layers and hearty chicken with mild seasoning and a subtle garlic backdrop. It suits those following a ketogenic diet who want a comforting, substantial casserole without carbs from traditional starches.
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces cauliflower cut into bite-size pieces, florets
- 24 ounces chicken breast
- 12 ounces ham cut into small cubes
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 16 ounces gruyere cheese grated and divided
- 9 ounces mozzarella cheese divided, shredded
Instructions
- Steam the cauliflower. Place cut cauliflower in a microwave safe bowl with 1 cup of water. Cover with a damp paper towel and microwave on high for approximately 3-5 minutes or until the cauliflower is fork tender. Don’t overcook!
- Drain the cauliflower pat dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
- Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium high heat add your olive oil and the cubed chicken. Cook for approximately 10 minute, or until chicken is cooked through. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Clean the skillet, removing any burnt bits from the pan and then melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the skillet over medium heat.
- Once butter has melted add the garlic to the pan and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour the heavy cream into the pan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Make sure to stir often so the cream doesn’t burn.
- Stir in the Dijon mustard and then add 6 ounces of Gruyere cheese. Keep stirring until the cheese sauce begins to thicken, approximately 3-5 minutes. You will know it is ready when the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of your spoon.
- Add 3 ounces of mozzarella cheese to the sauce and stir until it is melted and the sauce is smooth. Turn the heat to low and keep the sauce warm while you assemble the casserole.
- Prepare a 13×9 inch casserole dish by spraying it with non-stick spray then spread ½ cup of the cheese sauce on the bottom.
- Next add half of the cauliflower to the dish making a layer of it on the bottom.
- Top with half of the cooked chicken and half of the ham. Let the meat fill in the spaces between the cauliflower to fill the dish.
- Pour ½ of the remaining cheese sauce over the cauliflower, chicken, and ham.
- Sprinkle 5 ounces of Gruyere on top and 3 ounces of mozzarella cheese over the chicken and ham.
- Add the remaining cauliflower, chicken, and ham, to make a second layer.
- Pour the remaining cheese sauce over the top then sprinkle on the remaining Gruyere and mozzarella cheese.
- Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is warmed through and the cheese is fully melted.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
605kcal
(30%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
42g
(84%)
Fat
46g
(71%)
Saturated Fat
26g
(130%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
213mg
(71%)
Sodium
1031mg
(43%)
Potassium
593mg
(13%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1432IU
(29%)
Vitamin C
31mg
(34%)
Calcium
641mg
(64%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 605 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 605kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 26g | 130% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 213mg | 71% |
| Sodium | 1031mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 593mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1432IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 641mg | 64% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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