Keto Chicken Parmesan
Keto Chicken Parmesan is a delightful, low-carb rendition of the beloved Italian classic. This satisfying dish features tender, breaded chicken breasts, perfectly coated in almond flour and seared to golden perfection. Topped with rich marinara sauce and a melty blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheese, it brings all the flavors you crave while adhering to your ketogenic lifestyle. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe can be prepared in under an hour, making it an effortless choice for those looking to maintain their health goals without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups keto-friendly marinara sauce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh garlic (to taste)
- Olive oil (for searing)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, beat the eggs; in another bowl, place almond flour. Dip each chicken breast in egg, then coat with almond flour evenly.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sear chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place seared chicken in the baking dish, top with marinara sauce followed by mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg