Description
Crispy Keto Chicken Parmesan is a delicious low-carb twist on the classic Italian favorite. This dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy almond flour and Parmesan crust, baked to perfection and topped with rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella. It’s an ideal weeknight meal that satisfies cravings while keeping you on track with your keto lifestyle. Whether enjoyed solo or served at gatherings, this dish promises an unforgettable flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup low-sugar marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow bowl, mix almond flour, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the almond flour mixture.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove from oven, add marinara sauce on top of each piece, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg