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Keto Chicken Parmesan

Keto Chicken Parmesan is a low-carb version of the classic Italian dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian-inspired

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 6 small chicken breasts about 1½ pounds
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons oil for frying

Toppings

  • 2 cups keto marinara sauce
  • cups mozzarella cheese freshly sliced
  • cup parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Pound the chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thickness for even cooking.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with salt and lightly coat both sides with almond flour.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the eggs.
  • In another bowl, mix the parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and the remaining almond flour.
  • Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off.
  • Coat the chicken in the almond flour–parmesan mixture until fully covered.
  • Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
  • Fry the chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
  • Place the fried chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Spoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken.
  • Top with mozzarella slices and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  • Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, cauliflower rice, or zucchini noodles for a complete keto-friendly meal.