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Keto Chicken Parmesan

A low-carb chicken parmesan made with almond flour and keto marinara, topped with mozzarella and parmesan.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 6 smallchicken breasts1 1/2 pounds
  • 1/2 teaspoonsalt
  • 2 cupsalmond flour
  • 3 largeeggs
  • 1/2 cupparmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoononion powder
  • 2 tablespoonoilto fry
  • 2 cupsketo marinara sauce
  • 1 1/2 cupsmozzarella cheesefreshly sliced
  • 1/3 cupparmesan cheese

Instructions

Instructions

  • Place one chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap or in a resealable bag and pound to 1/4-inch thickness; repeat with remaining breasts. Evenly sprinkle the 1/2 teaspoon salt over both sides of all six breasts.
  • Divide the 2 cups almond flour into two roughly equal portions. Put one portion in a shallow dish for initial dusting.
  • Whisk the 3 eggs in a second shallow bowl until smooth.
  • In a third shallow bowl, combine the remaining almond flour portion with the 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
  • Lightly coat both sides of each chicken breast with the almond flour from the first dish, shaking off any excess.
  • Dip each almond-dusted breast into the whisked eggs, letting excess egg drip off, then press both sides into the parmesan/almond flour mixture so each piece is fully coated. Place coated breasts on a plate and repeat until all are coated.
  • Heat the 2 tablespoons oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Working in batches if necessary, add the coated chicken and fry 2–3 minutes on the first side, then flip and fry another 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer the fried breasts to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange the fried chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Divide the 2 cups keto marinara sauce among the breasts, spreading enough to cover the top of each. Top each breast with the sliced mozzarella (use the 1 1/2 cups, about 2–3 slices per breast). Evenly sprinkle the 1/3 cup parmesan cheese over the mozzarella.
  • Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted and slightly golden on top.
  • Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Plastic Wrap
  • Resealable Bag
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Shallow dishes
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Paper Towels

Notes

Notes
To oven bake the chicken
- Place the crumbed chicken on a baking tray and bake at 180C/350F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
To air fry the chicken
- Easily air fry the breaded chicken by placing it in the air fryer basket and cooking at 200C/400F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
TO STORE
: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 5 days.
TO FREEZE
: Place individual portions of the chicken parmesan in a shallow container and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.
TO REHEAT
: Either reheat in the oven or the air fryer. You can microwave it, but you risk the chicken coating being slightly soggy.