Description
Keto Chicken Parmesan is a delicious low-carb dish that combines crispy chicken with rich marinara sauce and melted cheese, perfect for those following a ketogenic diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then coat with the almond flour mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and 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 melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the marinara sauce is sugar-free to keep it keto-friendly.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil and Italian herbs before coating.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg