Keto Ranch Stromboli with chicken & bacon is the ideal low-carb and keto-friendly dish. The dough is made from almond flour & mozzarella cheese, and it is loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, cheese, and ranch dressing. This dish is good to have in a keto or low-carb diet as it only contains 5g net carbs in one portion. This dish has a blend of smoky, cheesy, & savory aromas which make this dish delightful and appetizing. You would customize the filling as you like and add the preferred keto-friendly ingredients, like jalapeños or spinach. This Keto Ranch Stromboli with chicken & bacon is very flavorful, and you can have this dish without any sides, or you can have this with a side of fresh salad and ranch dip.
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STATS:
- Cook time: 25 mints.
- Total time: 40 mints.
- Cuisine: American
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Course: Main Course
- Diet: Keto / Low-Carb
- Prep time: 15 mints.
- Serving: 6
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Knife
- Chopping board
- Bowl
- Spatula
- Whisk
INGREDIENTS:
For the Dough:
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp. cream cheese
- ¾ cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
For the Filling:
- 1 ½ cups chicken
- 4 cooked bacon
- ½ cup cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- Salt & pepper
- Optional: 1 tbsp. green onions
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese is used to make the base of the keto dough and it melts nicely also.
CREAM CHEESE:
- It is added to this dough; as it helps to bind the components of the dough and it also adds flexibility to the dough.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour is a low-carb flour substitute that keeps the dough keto-friendly and we have to use fine almond flour for the best texture.
EGGS:
- Egg provides structure and aids in keeping the dough together.
CHICKEN:
- We have to use rotisserie or precooked chicken to speed up the preparation time.
BACON:
- We have to cook and fry bacon for the texture and to make the dish flavorful.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese is added to give the filling a crunchy, melted coating.
RANCH DRESSING:
- Ranch dressing adds creaminess to the dish and we have to use sugar-free to make this dish keto-friendly.
GARLIC POWDER:
- It is added in the dish as it develops the flavor in the filling.
SALT & PEPPER:
- We can add salt & pepper to the dish as we like to balance the taste.
GREEN ONIONS:
- Green onions are used to garnish the dish as they add color and crisp to the dish.
ONION SEASONING:
- Onion seasoning is added to the ranch dressing and is used to enhance the flavor and it also gives depth.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- We can heat up the oven at 375 degrees F.
- Now we can apply the parchment paper on the pan.
- We can add the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese to the bowl melt the cheese for 60 to 90 seconds and mix till it gets smooth.
- At this time we would include the eggs and the almond flour and combine all the ingredients to create the dough.
- We can add the cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, shredded chicken, bacon, and spices in a bowl and mix the components with the spatula.
- Now we can place the dough in between layers of two parchment paper and roll it out to make the ¼ inch thick sheet.
- We can add the filling in the center and leave the corner.
- After adding the filing we can put the dough edges on the filing and seal the edge.
- We can put the Stromboli on the sheet se seam-side down and create tiny openings on top to allow steam to escape.
- Formerly we can bake the Keto Ranch Stromboli for about 20-25 minutes and cool down slightly & serve.
SERVING IDEAS:
- Serve this Stromboli with keto coleslaw on the side.
- Olive oil vinaigrette with the side salad also goes great with this Stromboli.
- We can dip slices in keto marinara or ranch sauce.
- You would also add some jalapeños or pickles to make this dish tangy and flavorful.
- Serve the dish with asparagus or grilled zucchini to make it a filling meal.
- We can also have this dish with the cauliflower rice as well.
TIPS:
- We would apply the oil in our hands so that it is easy for us to shape the dough.
- You would also utilize the parchment paper so that the dough doesn’t get stuck.
- We would rest the Stromboli for five minutes so that it can get set.
- You can add the mushroom spices or spinach for the additional flavor and nutrition.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can put the dish in airtight containers and store the dish for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Wrap the slices of the dish with serine wrap and preserve the dish for two months.
FAQs:
Can I make this Stromboli with coconut flour?
- We shouldn’t have to use the coconut flour to make this dish as it is too dry and you have to adjust the recipe accordingly.
Is this Stromboli spicy?
- This dish is not spicy but we can add the chili flakes as you like to make the spicier dish.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Fiber: 2g
Net Carbs: 5g
Protein: 27g
Fat: 28g
Sodium: 620mg
Calories: 390 kcal
Calcium: 220mg
Iron: 1.1mg
Vitamin A: 300 IU
Total Carbs: 7g
Potassium: 310mg
Serving Size: 1 slice
