Super Quick Carnivore Dinner Recipe | Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole (Low Carb)

If you're looking for a comforting, delicious carnivore meal, this Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is your answer! With layers of tender chicken, savory ham, and creamy cheese, this recipe is the ultimate indulgence for carnivore diet enthusiasts. This casserole is simple to make, loaded with flavor, and completely meat-based. Follow along as I show you step-by-step how to create this dish that will satisfy any craving!🍽

Ingredients:
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
6 slices of deli-style ham (thinly sliced, no added sugars)
6 slices of Swiss cheese (or Gruyère for a stronger flavor)
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup crushed pork rinds (for a crispy topping)
1/2 cup crispy bacon bits (optional)🔪

Instructions:
Sear the Chicken: Preheat your Blackstone griddle or skillet and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Sear the chicken thighs on both sides for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked to an internal temp of 130°F to 140°F. Set aside.

Assemble the Casserole: In a baking dish, layer the seared chicken thighs. Top each with a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese.

Prepare the Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add heavy cream and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes to thicken, stirring frequently. (Optional: Add shredded Swiss or an egg yolk to further thicken.) Pour the sauce over the casserole. Add Toppings & Bake: Sprinkle crushed pork rinds and bacon bits over the top. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.🥘 Macros (per serving): Calories: ~650 Protein: 35g Fat: 55g Net Carbs: 1g

[Vicki_Benji]

I love your channel! You make mistakes, but you don't edit them out, and that's great! Normal cooking, for normal people!

[lydiadevaughn]

I would add some cream cheese and a bit of mustard with some seasoning in the sauce. It would thicken it up and would elevate the recipe.

[trisheilers]

Looks very easy. When I saw the vid was only 5 minutes I figured it would be!

I would cube the chicken and the ham, use shredded cheese and add cream cheese and onion & garlic powder to the sauce. That might change this from carnivore to keto but would be much better and not add more work to this dish.

I'm definitely making this for the hubs, as he loves chicken cordon bleu!

[marinashear]

Dave, if you lay a wooden spoon across the saucepan as it is simmering, it’s not supposed to boil over. Happy cooking!

[Clarky]

Looks good, and definitely simple. Great for leftover turkey and ham from Christmas dinner. The sauce is basically a béchamel/white sauce to cover the chicken. Which requires a thickening agent, like flour or cornstarch. Being keto, these obviously aren’t acceptable. You can use egg yolks or xanthan gum to thicken the sauce. In this case, I probably would have thrown in the Swiss cheese and simmered the sauce slowly until the sauce thickened. And ripping/shredding the ham would have helped bind the sauce together as well. Cooking is always a learning process and experience. That’s why it’s fun and infuriating all at the same time. 😊

[esther.f.g]

Thank you, I like your recipes, they are easy to make and not too expensive

[DonniHenderson]

Always looking for a quick recipe. I will definitely make this. Thanks Dave.

[spicycopper]

Aldi has a Swiss and Gruyere shredded cheese which would work great for this dish.

I will be trying this in my Ninja Combi. Looks yummy

[deadiemeyers]

Oh Dave...I just love watching you cook. 💞

[leslielutz]

I come here for laughs and Dave never ever disappoints. I cannot believe your laugh track record Dave. You are amazing.

[Joanna_L]

“I’m good at food”… you’re adorable 😊 I’m going to try this but cook down the sauce a bit more 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[DeAnnaYah]

Looks great! Can’t wait to try Dave!
Thanks!

[stormet]

Easy and looks delicious! Definitely going to make this.

[BethLindsey]

Even easier - ground chicken, diced ham, diced Swiss, and egg. Garlic, onion, whatever else. Make meatballs, roll in pork rinds and air fry. Only thing my husband objects to is me calling them chicken cordon Bleu balls. LOL

[seeking.harmony]

Yet another entertaining video. 😂 Nice recipe, too. 👍🏼

[PegAMurphy]

looks very delicious thx for sharing 🍽

[shannoncochran]

I’m making this and your cloud bread pizza! Can’t wait to try! Thank you!

[LoriannSmithsanpell]

It looks wonderful. If you want your sauce Cordon Bleu style, melt your 2 tblsp butter in the pan, and add 2 tblsp of flour, or even arrow root. This is the thickening agent you were missing. Stir until smooth then add your cream or milk and stir until thick. Once thick, add cheese, like swiss for Cordon Bleu or Cheddar for mac and cheese, whatever you are making. I will try your casserole!

[WaynesWorld]

OK I've subbed. This is the most relatable cooking channel on YouTube. Loving the carnivore / keto cooking. Think I'll give this one a try!

[mommiedearest]

I feel for you. I can never get my sauces to thicken. They taste good though, just soupy. 😊