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Easy Creamy Low-Carb Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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A quick and easy low-carb casserole combining chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and low-carb diets.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped (about 12 oz / 340 g)
  • 1 cup cooked ham, diced (about 5 oz / 140 g) – Black Forest ham recommended
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese (about 6 oz / 170 g) – Gruyère as substitute
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml / 1 cup) – full-fat for best richness
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (115 g) – Philadelphia brand recommended
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional garnish: Toasted almond slices or crushed pork rinds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the chicken and ham. If starting with raw chicken breasts, poach or bake until fully cooked, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces. Dice the ham into small cubes.
  3. Make the creamy sauce by combining softened cream cheese and heavy cream in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy, then stir in Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add more cream if too thick.
  4. In a medium bowl, gently fold together the cooked chicken, ham, and 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese. Pour the creamy sauce over the mixture and stir until evenly coated, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a 9×9-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup Swiss cheese on top.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. If cheese browns too fast, loosely cover with foil after 20 minutes.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Optional: Add toasted almond slices or crushed pork rinds on top during the last 5 minutes of baking for extra crunch.

Notes

Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps. Use cooked chicken to prevent dryness. Watch cheese browning and cover with foil if needed. For extra crunch, add toasted almonds or crushed pork rinds during last 5 minutes of baking. Can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for dairy-free version. Use turkey ham for leaner option.

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