Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup

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This Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup has a creamy texture and savory flavor. We prepare this soup with chicken breast, cooked ham, cream cheese, heavy cream, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, garlic, onion, thyme, Italian seasoning, paprika, and parsley. This soup contains about 385 calories and 6 g of total carbs. This Keto Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup takes almost 45 minutes to prepare. You can serve this soup with keto garlic bread, cheesy keto biscuits, avocado cucumber salad, roasted broccoli, or parmesan zucchini.

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STATS:

  • Course: Lunch, Dinner
  • No. of Calories: 385 kcal
  • Diet: Keto
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Portion Size: 1½ cups
  • Cooking Mode: Stovetop
  • Total Servings: 6
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Carbs: 6 g

TOOLS:

  • Pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Whisk
  • Ladle

INGREDIENTS:

  • Olive oil, two tbsp.
  • Chicken breast, one lb.
  • Cooked ham, one cup
  • Garlic, three cloves
  • Onion, half a cup
  • Chicken broth, four cups
  • Cream cheese, four oz.
  • Heavy cream, one cup
  • Swiss cheese, one cup
  • Parmesan cheese, half a cup
  • Dijon mustard, one tbsp.
  • Spinach, two cups
  • Salt, half tsp.
  • Italian seasoning, one tsp.
  • Thyme, half tsp.
  • Paprika, half tsp.
  • Black pepper, quarter tsp.
  • Fresh parsley, two tbsp.
  • Xanthan gum, half tsp.

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • We utilize chicken breast because it provides lean protein and a tender texture. As a substitute, you can use cooked rotisserie chicken.

HAM:

  • Ham provides the traditional savory cordon bleu flavor. Use sugar-free, low-carb ham or replace it with turkey ham.

CREAM CHEESE:

  • Cream cheese gives the soup a thick and creamy texture. We can use full-fat cream cheese for a keto-friendly option.

HEAVY CREAM:

  • Heavy cream makes the soup rich and smooth. As an alternative, you can use unsweetened full-fat coconut cream.

SWISS CHEESE:

  • The traditional cordon bleu flavor comes from Swiss cheese, which melts easily. You can replace it with provolone cheese.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • Parmesan adds a salty and nutty flavor. As a substitute, you can use Romano cheese.

SPINACH:

  • Spinach adds color, fiber, and nutrients while keeping the soup low in carbohydrates. You can use kale instead.

DIJON MUSTARD:

  • Dijon mustard adds a mild tangy flavor that balances the creamy soup. You can use yellow mustard in a smaller quantity.

XANTHAN GUM:

  • Xanthan gum helps thicken the soup without flour. It can be completely omitted for a thinner soup.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Warm the olive oil and cook the chicken for almost seven minutes.
  2. Bring it out and put it aside.
  3. Slowly cook the onion for almost minutes, then include the garlic.
  4. Stir the chicken broth and mix in cream cheese till smooth.
  5. Include pepper, heavy cream, salt, Dijon mustard, paprika, and herbs.
  6. Put the chicken back in a pan and include the ham.
  7. Slowly cook for almost ten minutes and mix in Parmesan and Swiss cheese till melted.
  8. Include the spinach and cook for just three minutes.
  9. Put in the xanthan gum if a thicker soup is required.
  10. Sprinkle the parsley and serve warm.

TIPS:

  • We utilize freshly shredded cheese so it melts smoothly.
  • Gently include the xanthan gum to avoid lumps.
  • Avoid boiling the soup after including the cheese and cream.
  • For additional flavor, include a little quantityof smoked paprika.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

BREAD:

  • Keto Garlic Bread
  • Cheesy Keto Biscuits
  • Almond Flour Rolls
  • Keto Dinner Rolls
  • Cheese Crackers

SALADS:

  • Avocado Cucumber Salad
  • Greek Salad
  • Caesar Salad
  • Cucumber Feta Salad
  • Arugula Parmesan Salad

VEGETABLES:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Butter Asparagus
  • Parmesan Zucchini
  • Creamed Spinach
  • Roasted Cauliflower

TOPPINGS:

  • Crispy Bacon
  • Shredded Swiss Cheese
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Sliced Jalapeños
  • Extra Parmesan

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the cooled soup in a sealed box and refrigerate for a maximum of three to four days.

FREEZER:

  • Store the cooled soup in a closed bag for almost two to three months.

FAQs:

Will we utilize cooked chicken as a different choice for raw chicken?

  • Yes, you can use diced or cooked shredded chicken and include it with the ham.

Which type of ham is perfect for this keto soup?

  • Yes, you can use completely cooked ham with no extra honey or sugar and monitor the label for low carbs.

May we utilize mozzarella as another choice for Swiss cheese?

  • Yes, you can use mozzarella, although Swiss cheese delivers a more traditional cordon bleu flavor.

How could we prepare the soup thicker?

  • You can use a little quantity of xanthan gum or slowly cook the soup carefully for a few additional minutes.

Could we prepare this soup beforehand?

  • Yes, you can chill it for three to four days and carefully warm the portions separately when required.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

No. of Calories: 385 kcal

Sodium: 890 mg

Net Carbs: 5 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 3 g

Fats: 28 g

Proteins: 29 g

Portion Size: 1½ cups

Total Carbs: 6 g