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    Home » Main Course » Keto Chicken Parmesan

    Published: Mar 20, 2019 · Modified: Jun 18, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

    Keto Chicken Parmesan

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    four cheese covered Parmesan crusted chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet

    Crispy Parmesan crusted chicken breasts topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese will fool your brain, and make you doubt whether or not this Keto Chicken Parmesan is really gluten and grain free! Just close your eyes and keep enjoying your meal.....

    four cheese covered Parmesan crusted chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet

    Doesn't that look amazing? Just because you gave up carbs (or need gluten-free) does not mean that you cannot enjoy your favorite foods, you just need to make a few adjustments. Keto Chicken Parmesan is proof that you do not need to feel deprived, you can still recreate your family's favorite meals.

    How to make Keto Chicken Parmesan:

    Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap on a solid surface. Pound with a rolling pin until they are an even thickness.

    chicken breast sandwiched between two sheets of plastic wrap pounded until even with a rolling pin

    Place pork rind crumbs on a large plate and mix with the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder and grated Parmesan cheese. Set aside.

    crushed pork rinds mixed with grated Parmesan cheese and seasonings on a white plate

    Beat eggs in a small bowl and set on the counter next to the plate with the coating.

    Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. You will need more oil if you are using a stainless steel pan, less if you are using non-stick.

    Dip a chicken breast in the eggs, then dredge in the coating mixture. Set on a plate and continue with the remaining chicken breasts.

    Place in the heated skillet and cook until first side is brown and crispy. Flip to the other side and continue cooking until no longer pink inside. Test by cutting breast in the center with a sharp knife or by using an instant read thermometer. {170 degrees is done}

    cook the Parmesan crusted chicken breasts in a skillet

    Spoon the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese.

    top the Parmesan crusted chicken breasts with tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese in the skillet

    Place in the oven under the broiler until cheese starts to bubble and melt. Serve immediately with your favorite gluten-free side.

    chicken parmesan with melted cheese on top sitting on a bed of zucchini noodles in a white pasta bowl

    I served my Keto Chicken Parmesan on top of a bed of zucchini noodles that were tossed with butter, garlic powder and onion powder in a non-stick skillet. Easy Peasy!

    Notes:

    • If you do not eat or like pork, substitute flax meal for the crushed pork rinds.
    • Pulverize the pork rinds in a food processor or crush them in a large zipper top bag with a rolling pin.
    • My chicken breast was enormous! Once it was pounded, I cut it into 4 even pieces.
    • I used ALESSI All-Natural Marinara Sauce. It was the only one at the grocery store that was sugar free.

    more delicious low carb chicken recipes:

    • Lemon-Garlic Skillet Chicken - skip the potatoes
    • Southwest Chicken
    • Greek Roasted Whole Chicken
    • Peruvian Roasted Whole Chicken
    • Instant Pot Faux-tisserie Chicken
    • Clean Cobb Salad

    Enjoy!!

    four cheese covered Parmesan crusted chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet

    Keto Chicken Parmesan

    Melted cheese, crispy coating and rich tomato sauce will make you forget that this Keto Chicken Parmesan is gluten-free! 
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: chicken, parmesan, cheese, mozzarella, recipe, carb, low, breast, easy, pork, rinds
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 424kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 cup pork rinds finely crushed
    • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
    • 2 large eggs beaten
    • ½ Tablespoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne powder or more if you like
    • 1 pound chicken breasts 4 total
    • 1 cup tomato sauce sugar free
    • ½ cup grated mozzarella cheese not pre-shredded in a bag
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    Instructions

    • Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap on a solid surface. Pound with a rolling pin until they are an even thickness.
    • Place pork rind crumbs on a large plate and mix with the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder and grated Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
    • Beat eggs in a small bowl and set on the counter next to the plate with the coating.
    • Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. You will need more oil if you are using a stainless steel pan, less if you are using non-stick.
    • Dip a chicken breast in the eggs, then dredge in the coating mixture. Set on a plate and continue with the remaining chicken breasts.
    • Place in the heated skillet and cook until first side is brown and crispy. Flip to the other side and continue cooking until no longer pink inside. Test by cutting breast in the center with a sharp knife or by using an instant read thermometer. {170 degrees is done}
    • Spoon the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese.
    • Place in the oven under the broiler until cheese starts to bubble and melt. Serve immediately with your favorite gluten-free side.

    Notes

    • If you do not eat or like pork, substitute flax meal for the crushed pork rinds.
    • Pulverize the pork rinds in a food processor or crush in a large zipper top bag with a rolling pin.
    • My chicken breast was enormous! Once it was pounded, I cut it into 4 even pieces.
    • I used ALESSI All-Natural Marinara Sauce. It was the only one at the grocery store that was sugar free.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 424kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 210mg | Sodium: 1109mg | Potassium: 705mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 740IU | Vitamin C: 5.6mg | Calcium: 445mg | Iron: 2mg
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