Baked Chicken Parmesan

Baked Chicken Parmesan is a flavorful, low-carb twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a rich marinara sauce and melted cheese. This healthy version maintains all the deliciousness while keeping the carbs in check, making it perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 2 pieces (150g each)
• Almond flour - 1/2 cup (50g)
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup (25g)
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Marinara sauce (sugar-free) - 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 1/2 cup (60g)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. In another bowl, beat the egg until well mixed.
4. Dip each chicken breast first into the egg, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce evenly over each piece, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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