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Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

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Oven Baked Low Carb Chicken Parmesan is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish that captures all the rich flavors you love while fitting perfectly into a low-carb lifestyle. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy blend of almond flour and parmesan cheese, topped with zesty marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and guilt-free. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 26 ounces marinara sauce
  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch cracked pepper
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil (or parsley)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness; season with Italian seasoning and onion powder.
  3. Set up a breading station: whisk eggs with minced garlic, salt, and pepper in one bowl; mix parmesan cheese and almond flour in another.
  4. Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat with the parmesan-almond flour mix.
  5. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown on both sides (3–4 minutes each).
  6. Place cooked chicken on the baking sheet; top each piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

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