Description
A low-carb take on the classic Chicken Parmesan, keeping all the flavors you love while adhering to a keto diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pound the chicken to an even thickness.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then coat with the almond flour mixture.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the marinara sauce is sugar-free to keep it low-carb.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg