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easy chicken parmesan recipe without breadcrumbs

Easy Chicken Parmesan Recipe Without Breadcrumbs

Discover a delicious and healthy twist with this easy chicken parmesan recipe without breadcrumbs. Perfect for low-carb and gluten-free diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 large eggs beaten for egg wash
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste garlic powder
  • to taste paprika
  • optional Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • to garnish fresh basil leaves optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.
  4. Coat the chicken in a mixture of almond flour and grated Parmesan, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Sear the chicken in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish.
  8. Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cheese is bubbly.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with zucchini noodles or roasted vegetables for a low-carb option. Feel free to experiment with different coatings, such as crushed pork rinds or coconut flour for a unique twist.
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