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Keto Chicken Parmesan

It takes everything you love about the classic Italian favorite—crispy chicken, rich tomato sauce, and melted cheese—and gives it a keto-friendly twist without sacrificing flavor or texture.
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thin-cut chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup crushed pork rind crumbs
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • cups low-carb marinara sauce
  • cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Method
 

  1. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with basil, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and heavy whipping cream until well combined.
  3. Place the pork rind crumbs on a plate. Mix in ½ cup of the Parmesan cheese and the garlic powder until evenly combined.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then press into the pork rind mixture, coating both sides evenly.
  6. Place the coated chicken into the hot skillet and cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Turn off the heat and preheat your oven broiler.
  8. Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over each piece of chicken in the skillet.
  9. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top of each piece.
  10. Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil for 2–4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned
  11. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
  12. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
  13. Enjoy!