High Protein Herb-Crusted Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this *High Protein Herb-Crusted Chicken*—a flavorful, nourishing recipe that's perfect for healthy eating! Juicy, boneless chicken breasts are enrobed in a crispy crust made from almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary. Lightly coated in beaten eggs, the chicken is baked, not fried, to achieve a golden, crunchy finish while keeping things wonderfully wholesome. This low-carb, protein-packed dish comes together in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with fresh lemon wedges for a zesty pop. Ideal for anyone seeking a keto-friendly, gluten-free meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil spray.
In a shallow dish, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well to combine.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs lightly until smooth.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Dip each piece of chicken into the eggs, ensuring it's fully coated, then press into the herb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly.
Place the herb-coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken breasts with olive oil spray to help them brown.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the herb-crusted chicken with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 984 mg | 328% | |
| Sodium | 2183 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 247.2 g | 494% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 490 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2046 mg | 44% | |
*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.
