Keto-Friendly Chicken Parmesan

Keto-Friendly Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (for topping)

For the Marinara Sauce:

• 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

For Assembly:

• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (for layering)
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare Chicken:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pound Chicken:
   • Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
3. Set Up Breading Station:
   • In three separate shallow bowls, place almond flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder in the third.
4. Bread Chicken:
   • Dip each chicken breast into the almond flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the Parmesan mixture, pressing the coating onto the chicken to adhere.
5. Cook Chicken:
   • Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Make Marinara Sauce:

6. Prepare Sauce:
   • In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Assemble Chicken Parmesan:

7. Layer Sauce and Cheese:
   • Spoon a portion of the marinara sauce over each chicken breast. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
8. Bake in Oven:
   • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Broil (Optional):
   • If you want a golden-brown crust on the cheese, you can broil the Chicken Parmesan for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
10. Garnish and Serve:
    • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve hot.
11. Enjoy:
    • Enjoy this Keto-Friendly Chicken Parmesan as a low-carb and satisfying meal.

Note:

• Serve the Chicken Parmesan over zucchini noodles or with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete keto-friendly meal.
• Customize the marinara sauce by adding your favorite herbs or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
• If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, you can transfer the chicken to a baking dish before baking in the oven.

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