Are you craving a mouthwatering Italian classic that won't derail your low-carb lifestyle? Look no further! This Keto Stuffed Chicken Parmesan is about to revolutionize your dinner routine, delivering all the cheesy, crispy goodness you love without the guilt. Imagine cutting into a perfectly golden-brown chicken breast, revealing a molten core of melted mozzarella that stretches with every forkful – all while keeping your carb count in check!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through. Season the inside and outside of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a shallow bowl, mix the almond flour with half of the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg thoroughly.
- Stuff each chicken breast pocket with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese, ensuring it's evenly distributed.
- Dip each stuffed chicken breast first into the beaten egg, then coat completely in the almond flour-Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to help the coating adhere.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top of each chicken breast.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Pour warm marinara sauce over the chicken before serving.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs like basil or parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Tips
- Ensure your chicken breasts are even thickness by gently pounding them before slicing the pocket. This helps guarantee uniform cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to precisely check the internal temperature – 165°F is your golden standard for perfectly cooked chicken.
- For an extra crispy coating, let the breaded chicken sit for 5-10 minutes before baking to help the almond flour coating set.
- If you want to reduce carbs even further, choose a marinara sauce with zero or minimal added sugars.
- Make sure to let the chicken rest after baking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum moisture and flavor.
- For meal prep, you can prepare these chicken breasts ahead of time and reheat in the oven to maintain their crispy exterior.
- Experiment with different cheese blends – try adding some sharp provolone or aged cheddar to the mozzarella for extra flavor complexity.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 38g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 135mg
