Dairy-Free Parmesan Crusted Chicken
If you're looking for a flavorful and crispy chicken dish without the dairy, this Dairy-Free Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a game-changer! This recipe swaps traditional cheese for nutritional yeast, delivering a nutty, cheesy flavor that's completely plant-based. Coated with a golden crust made from almond flour and seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of salt, each bite is perfectly crispy and juicy. Plus, it’s baked, not fried, making it a healthier option for weeknight dinners. Ready in just 40 minutes and baked to perfection, this dish is gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and bursting with bold flavors. Pair it with a fresh salad or roasted veggies for a wholesome, satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it lightly with cooking spray.
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until they are frothy.
Take one chicken breast and dip it into the beaten eggs, making sure it is well-coated on all sides.
Transfer the egg-coated chicken breast into the almond flour mixture, pressing down slightly to ensure the mixture adheres well to the chicken. Turn to coat both sides thoroughly.
Place the coated chicken breast onto the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the coating process for the remaining chicken breasts.
Once all chicken breasts are coated, drizzle or lightly brush them with olive oil on top to help them brown and crisp in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of side dishes, such as a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.9 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 964 mg | 321% | |
| Sodium | 3030 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 254.7 g | 509% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2172 mg | 46% | |
*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.
