Paleo Chicken Parmigiana
Experience the ultimate comfort food makeover with our Paleo Chicken Parmigiana—a gluten-free, dairy-free twist on the classic Italian dish! Perfectly pan-fried chicken breasts are coated in a flavorful almond flour and tapioca starch crust, infused with garlic powder and fragrant dried herbs. Topped with rich marinara sauce and melted dairy-free cheese, this irresistible recipe delivers all the indulgence without compromising your paleo lifestyle. Garnished with fresh basil leaves, this dish is not only packed with bold flavors but also ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. Whether you're craving a wholesome yet satisfying meal or looking for healthier alternatives, this paleo-friendly chicken parmigiana is destined to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup tapioca starch
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup dairy-free cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create four thin pieces.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, tapioca starch, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, sea salt, and black pepper.
In a separate shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and then coat it in the almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the chicken pieces to a baking dish.
Top each piece of chicken with a few tablespoons of marinara sauce and a generous sprinkle of dairy-free cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.3 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.0 g | 495% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 658 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3554 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 151.4 g | 303% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1633 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 298 mg | 6% | |
*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.
