Low Carb Chicken Parmesan
Craving something comforting yet healthy? This Low Carb Chicken Parmesan delivers all the cheesy goodness with a crispy twist. Perfect for a quick family dinner, this dish is packed with flavor and will leave you satisfied and guilt-free. Make it tonight and enjoy a delicious meal that everyone will love!
Equipment
- Peeler
- Skillet
- Oven
- Whisk
- Frying Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Grater
- Chef's Knife
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts Two large breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pinch salt to season
- 2 large eggs
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch cracked pepper to taste
- 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 cup almond flour not almond meal
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 26 ounces marinara sauce see notes to make from scratch
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese fresh
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes crushed, optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to make 4 fillets. Generously season with Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, garlic and Italian seasoning. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place chicken in the egg wash and set aside to let marinate.
- Combine the parmesan cheese and almond flour in a separate shallow bowl.
- Using a fork or tongs, pick up one of the chicken breast pieces and allow excess egg wash to drip off. Dredge in the parmesan mixture, pressing chicken lightly into the coating with the back of the fork, then turn and repeat. Shake off excess coating and repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
- Heat oil and butter in a large NON-STICK skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry 2 chicken pieces at a time UNTOUCHED for about 4 minutes. Do not move chicken around as the coating may peel off of the surface of the chicken before it gets a chance to stick!
- Once the coating is crispy, golden and set, flip and continue frying on other side until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining chicken breast.
- Arrange oven rack to the middle of your oven. Preheat oven broiler (grill) to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with non stick cooking oil spray.
- Spread half of the marinara over the base of a lightly greased baking dish. Sprinkle with red chili flakes (if using) and arrange chicken over the sauce in a single layer. Spread remaining sauce over each chicken breast.
- Top with the mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Broil (or grill) for 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling and melted and the chicken is completely cooked through. Sprinkle with chopped basil or parsley to serve.
Notes
- Preheat your air fryer: Set to 400°F (200°C) for optimal results.
- Oil spray: Spray crumbed chicken all over with olive oil spray to help with browning.
- Cooking time: In the air fryer, cook for 7 minutes then flip and top with marinara and cheese. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Homemade sauce: If making your own marinara, sauté onions and garlic before adding tomato puree and spices.
- Simmer sauce: Let the sauce simmer to deepen flavors; adjust seasoning as needed.