Keto Chicken Ham and Cheese Sticks

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Keto Chicken Ham and Cheese Sticks are a crispy snack. They contain chicken breast, ham slices, olive oil, seasonings, Swiss cheese, pork rinds, eggs, and almond flour. These are simple items that we would find them in supermarkets. These items have different kinds of cheese, so it is not good for dairy-free diet. We have to utilize the vegan cheese substitute if we are dairy-allergic, but be sure that it contains low carb content. These cheese sticks are prepared in 40 minutes, so we can easily prepare a quick snack or appetizer for some gathering or event. Keto Chicken Ham and Cheese Sticks contain 5g net carbs & 42g protein in one serving. It is stored properly so they are good to prepare in advance. Serve these sticks with ranch dressing, roasted broccoli, and zucchini fries.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 390 kcal
  • Prep time: 20 minutes
  • Serving size: 2
  • Cook time: 15 to 20 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: 35 to 40 minutes
  • Course: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
  • Diet: Keto
  • Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Knife
  • Meat mallet
  • Cutting board
  • Meat thermometer
  • Three shallow vessels
  • Frying pan
  • Whisk
  • Paper towels
  • Tongs

INGREDIENTS:

  • Two chicken breasts
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • Four slices Swiss cheese
  • Salt & black pepper
  • One cup almond flour
  • ½ tsp. paprika
  • Four slices ham
  • ½ tsp. Italian seasoning
  • Two large eggs
  • One cup crushed pork rinds
  • ¼ cup olive oil

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREASTS:

  • Utilize the chicken breast to prepare these sticks. Make the thin & even slices so they cook in the same amount of time & wrap easily.

HAM:

  • We have to add the thin ham slices to this recipe. It should be without additional sugar or a high-carb-containing glaze so these sticks will remain keto.

CHEESE:

  • Add the Swiss cheese slices in these sticks so it will melt nicely & provides the savory taste. We would also utilize mozzarella, provolone, or cheddar cheese instead to add a different taste.

OIL:

  • Utilize the olive oil to fry these ham sticks to make them crisp and golden. We would also utilize the avocado oil instead if required. They both work nicely and also provide good fat content.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Put the chicken on the cutting board and slice the chicken into two thin vertical slices.
  2. Now pound them with the mallet till they are even.
  3. Include the seasonings to the chicken fillet on both sides.
  4. Put one slice of ham & cheese on each piece of chicken, roll them tightly around it, and secure it with toothpicks.
  5. Now add the almond flour in one vessel & eggs in the second one.
  6. Add the seasonings and pork rinds in the third vessel and mix.
  7. Now add each chicken stick to the almond flour, then immerse in the eggs, coat each of them in the pork rinds, then press softly.
  8. Put oil in pan & heat it on moderate setting.
  9. Put the sticks in the pan and fry for around 4 to 6 minutes on each side till they get crisp & golden.
  10. Then monitor it with a thermometer, and it should be 74° C.
  11. Add the chicken sticks to the paper towel and serve the dish.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

DIPPING SAUCES:

  • Garlic Mayonnaise
  • Ranch Dressing
  • Garlic Aioli

SALADS:

  • Avocado Salad
  • Caesar Salad
  • Green Salad

LOW-CARB VEGETABLES:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Cauliflower Rice

KETO SIDE DISHES:

  • Zucchini Fries
  • Roasted Asparagus
  • Keto Coleslaw

TIPS:

  • Make the thin & even slices of chicken and pound them if required so they cook evenly.
  • We have to tightly roll the chicken and secure the corners with a toothpick so the cheese will not leak out.
  • Don’t add lots of sticks in the pan so they get cooked & crisp nicely.
  • We can also bake them at 400° F for 20 to 25 minutes till they get crisp.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Leave the chicken sticks to get cool then add them in the vessel and store for 3 to 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Properly cool the sticks, then put them in one layer in the tray and freeze for 2 to 3 months.

FAQs:

Are these sticks good for a keto diet?

  • Yes, these sticks are good for the keto diet if you make them with the above-mentioned items.

Will I bake these sticks instead?

  • Yes, we can easily bake them instead at 400° F for 20 to 25 minutes till they get crisp.

What to serve with these sticks?

  • We can serve these sticks with ranch dressing, cucumber salad, & roasted broccoli.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 390 kcal

Protein: 42 g

Net carbs: 5 g

Iron: 2 g

Sodium: 0.85 g

Total carbs: 7 g

Serving size: 2

Vitamin A: 0.12 g

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 0.20 g

Serving: 1

Potassium: 0.55 g