Keto Chicken Parmesan
Crispy almond-and-parmesan crusted chicken smothered in marinara and melted mozzarella. All the comfort of chicken parm with none of the breadcrumbs.
Crispy crust, zero breadcrumbs
The magic of chicken parmesan is the contrast between the crunchy coating, the tangy sauce, and the gooey cheese. You do not need wheat breadcrumbs to get there. A blend of almond flour and grated parmesan crisps up golden and holds its crunch under the sauce.
Use a low-sugar marinara and you keep this squarely in single-digit net carbs while it still tastes like a plate from your favorite Italian spot.
- Pound the chicken thin for even cooking
- Press the coating on firmly so it adheres
- Broil at the end for bubbly, browned cheese
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Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (net carbs →)
- 1 cup blanched almond flour (net carbs →)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (net carbs →)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (net carbs →)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten (net carbs →)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (net carbs →)
- 1 1/4 cups low-sugar marinara sauce (net carbs →)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (net carbs →)
- Fresh basil, for serving (net carbs →)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Pound the chicken breasts to an even half-inch thickness.
- 2In a shallow dish, combine the almond flour, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3Dip each breast into the beaten eggs, then press firmly into the almond flour mixture to coat both sides.
- 4Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden.
- 5Spoon marinara over each breast and top with shredded mozzarella.
- 6Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- 7Switch to broil for 1 to 2 minutes for a browned, bubbly top. Garnish with basil and serve.
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Recipe FAQ
How do I keep the coating from getting soggy?
Sear the chicken well before saucing, use just enough marinara to cover the top, and avoid drowning the cutlets. Broiling at the end also helps set the cheese and keep the crust crisp.
What can I serve it over?
Zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash are the natural keto substitutes for pasta. A crisp green salad on the side rounds out the plate without adding carbs.
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