Keto Chicken Parmesan: Guilt-Free Comfort Food Delight

This Keto Chicken Parmesan combines crispy cheese and flavor-packed ingredients for a guilt-free family favorite.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces Chicken Breasts Slice larger breasts in half for quicker cooking.
1 large Egg Acts as a binder for the parmesan coating.

For the Coating

1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use fresh block for better texture.
1 teaspoon Dried Minced Garlic Optional: substitute with fresh.
1 teaspoon Dried Minced Onion Optional: substitute with fresh.
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Enhances Italian flavors.
1 teaspoon Dried Basil Enhances Italian flavors.
1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Enhances Italian flavors.
1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to preference.
1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.

For the Sauce and Topping

1 cup Marinara Sauce Choose sugar-free for a keto-friendly option.
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Best added after initial baking.

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
Mixing Bowls
Meat thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure even baking.
Dip each chicken breast in the beaten egg, then coat with the parmesan mixture.
Arrange the coated chicken breasts in a lightly greased baking dish.
Bake the chicken for 20–30 minutes, checking for a golden crust and internal temperature of 145-150°F.
Spoon marinara sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10–20 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Let it rest for a few minutes before serving with zucchini noodles or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal results, reheat leftovers in the oven. Avoid overcooking to maintain moisture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!