Description
Indulge in a guilt-free culinary experience with our Amazing keto chicken parmesan: 3 crust secrets. This delightful low-carb twist on the classic Italian-American dish features a crispy almond flour and Parmesan crust that delivers all the crunch you love while keeping carbs in check. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe combines rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese for an unforgettable meal. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it’s not only satisfying but also versatile enough to impress family and friends alike. Give your dinner table a touch of Italian flair without the carbs!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for crust)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet.
- Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up dredging stations: In one bowl, beat eggs; in another, mix almond flour, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Dip each chicken piece into egg mixture then dredge in almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each piece for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to baking sheet, spoon marinara sauce over each cutlet, add mozzarella and remaining Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 681mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 145mg