A classic Italian favorite reimagined with a crispy almond flour coating and topped with marinara and melted cheese. All the comfort without the carbs.
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins
🛒 Ingredients: Chicken: • 4 chicken breasts, pounded thin • 2 large eggs, beaten • 1 cup almond flour • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese • 1 tsp garlic powder • 2 tsp Italian seasoning • 1 tsp salt • 1/2 tsp black pepper • 3 tbsp olive oil
Topping: • 1 cup sugar-free marinara sauce • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions: Prep: 1. Preheat oven to 425°F 2. Pound chicken to even thickness 3. Prepare breading station 4. Check marinara for hidden carbs 5. Shred cheese
Coating Chicken: 1. Mix almond flour, parmesan, and seasonings 2. Dip chicken in beaten eggs 3. Coat in almond flour mixture 4. Press coating firmly 5. Let rest 5 minutes
Pan Frying: 1. Heat olive oil in large skillet 2. Cook chicken 3-4 mins per side 3. Until golden brown 4. Transfer to baking dish 5. Work in batches if needed
Assembly: 1. Top each chicken with marinara 2. Add mozzarella cheese 3. Sprinkle with parmesan 4. Add Italian seasoning 5. Drizzle with olive oil
Baking: 1. Bake 10-15 minutes 2. Until cheese is bubbly 3. Internal temp 165°F 4. Broil 2 mins for golden top 5. Watch carefully
To Serve: 1. Let rest 5 minutes 2. Garnish with fresh herbs 3. Drizzle with olive oil 4. Add extra parmesan 5. Serve immediately
