Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Parmesan
Indulge in the timeless comfort of Chicken Parmesan with a modern twist—this Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Parmesan delivers all the savory goodness without the dairy. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a crispy almond flour and breadcrumb crust, pan-seared to golden perfection, then smothered in rich marinara sauce and gooey dairy-free mozzarella. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy depth of flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh basil ties everything together beautifully. This dish is baked to bubbly perfection and is as satisfying as the original, making it ideal for those embracing a dairy-free lifestyle. Ready in under an hour, it's the perfect centerpiece for pairing with pasta or a crisp green salad. Keywords: dairy-free chicken parmesan, classic chicken parmesan recipe, gluten-free breading, easy chicken dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup almond milk
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup dairy-free mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
Season the chicken breasts with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
In a shallow bowl, mix the almond flour and cornstarch together.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with the almond milk until well combined.
In a third shallow dish, mix the Italian-style breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast.
Dredge each chicken breast in the almond flour mixture, coating completely and shaking off any excess. Then dip into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing slightly to adhere.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Once browned, place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
Spread a generous amount of marinara sauce over each chicken breast.
Sprinkle the dairy-free mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the sauce-covered chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of pasta or salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.3 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.4 g | 252% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 964 mg | 321% | |
| Sodium | 4529 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 282.3 g | 565% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1875 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 2443 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
