Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu
A classic French-inspired dish made low-carb and keto-friendly
Key Info
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
Equipment Needed
- Oven
- Baking dish
- Kitchen mallet or rolling pin
- Cutting board
- Plastic wrap
- Toothpicks
- Alternative: Air fryer for a crispier finish
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6-7 oz each)
- 8 slices ham (thin-cut)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (Gruyere works too)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Seasoning Mix:
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Optional Keto Breading:
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to ¼ inch thickness.
Crucial: Even thickness ensures uniform cooking.
- Layer each flattened breast with:
- 2 slices ham
- 1 slice Swiss cheese
- Roll chicken tightly, securing with toothpicks.
Tips: Roll from narrow end, tucking in sides. - If breading:
- Dip rolls in beaten egg.
- Coat in almond flour-Parmesan mixture.
- Place in greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until:
- Internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Cheese is melted and bubbly.
Crucial Tips
- Don’t skip pounding the chicken.
- Secure rolls tightly to prevent cheese leakage.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
- Remove toothpicks before eating.
Storage & Variations
Storage:
- Refrigerate up to 3 days.
- Freeze up to 2 months.
Common Mistakes:
- Using cheese that melts too quickly.
- Rolling too loosely.
- Skipping the resting period.
Variations:
- Swap ham for prosciutto.
- Add spinach layer.
- Top with keto-friendly cream sauce.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 425
- Protein: 52g
- Fat: 23g
- Net Carbs: 2g
This recipe transforms the traditional chicken cordon bleu into a keto-friendly masterpiece without sacrificing flavor. The combination of tender chicken, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese creates a restaurant-worthy dish that’s surprisingly simple to make at home.
