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CREAMY SWISS CHEESE CHICKEN Low Carb High Protein Dish

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Creamy Swiss Cheese Chicken

Cultural Context

Creamy Swiss Cheese Chicken hails from Switzerland, where cheese is a staple of the cuisine. This dish reflects the Swiss love for rich, comforting meals that showcase their famous cheeses. Traditionally served in homes and during gatherings, it has gained popularity beyond Switzerland, with variations appearing in many Western countries, often adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

SwissCHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 large chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
smoked paprika
1 tablespoon avocado oil
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup chicken broth
6 slices Swiss cheese
1/4 cup butter
2 cups pork rinds
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
dried parsley

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Swiss cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Low-fat cheese cuts calories while mozzarella is widely available.

1

Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

2

Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt.

3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add avocado oil until shimmering.

4

Add chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

5

Flip the chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.

6

Check chicken doneness by cutting the largest piece in half.

7

In the same skillet, add cream cheese and chicken broth, mixing until combined and cream cheese is melted.

8

Layer Swiss cheese slices on top of the chicken and let melt.

9

In a separate small skillet, melt butter and add crushed pork rinds, mixing to combine.

10

Add shredded Parmesan cheese to the pork rind mixture and stir.

11

Press the pork rind topping onto the melted cheese in the skillet.

12

Garnish with dried parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbakingwhisking

Equipment Needed

large skilletsmall skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

low-carbhigh-protein

Allergens

dairy

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