High Protein Chicken Parmigiana
Satisfy your comfort food cravings while staying healthy with this irresistible High Protein Chicken Parmigiana recipe. Packed with tender, golden-brown chicken breasts coated in a gluten-free almond flour crust, this dish boasts classic Italian flavors without the carb-heavy breading. Topped with a rich tomato sauce, a sprinkle of fresh basil, and gooey melted mozzarella cheese, this recipe is a wholesome twist on a beloved favorite. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, this high-protein, low-carb take on chicken parmigiana is easy to make, with only 20 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in under an hour. Indulge guilt-free and serve alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a well-rounded, satisfying meal that delights your taste buds while supporting your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 units egg whites
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pound each chicken breast to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. This ensures even cooking.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
In a wide shallow bowl, whisk together the egg whites.
In another bowl, combine almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg whites, allowing any excess to drip off.
Press the chicken into the almond flour mixture, coating both sides thoroughly and evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet; cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until they are golden brown. They don't need to be cooked through at this stage as they will finish cooking in the oven.
Remove the skillet from heat and pour the tomato sauce over the chicken breasts.
Sprinkle fresh basil over the sauce.
Top each chicken breast with an equal amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and registers an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). The cheese should be melted and bubbly.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.3 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.1 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 755 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 6117 mg | 266% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 316.5 g | 633% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2656 mg | 204% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 465 mg | 10% | |
*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.
