South Beach Diet Oven Fried Chicken with Almonds
Savor the crunch and flavor of this South Beach Diet Oven Fried Chicken with Almonds—a guilt-free spin on classic comfort food! Coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of almond meal and Parmesan cheese, this low-carb, gluten-free dish delivers a golden, crispy crust without the need for deep frying. A tantalizing mix of paprika, garlic, onion, and oregano adds bold flavor, while the simple baking method keeps it healthy and approachable. Perfect for busy cooks, this high-protein recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. Pair it with a side salad or steamed veggies for a satisfying, diet-friendly meal that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Almond meal (ground almonds)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, ground
- 2 large Eggs
- as needed Olive oil spray
- as needed Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil, and lightly coat it with nonstick cooking spray.
In a shallow dish, combine almond meal, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the coating mixture.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until smooth and fluffy.
Take one chicken breast and dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated on all sides.
Transfer the chicken breast to the almond mixture and press it firmly into the mixture, turning it over to coat all sides evenly.
Place the coated chicken breast onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process for the remaining chicken breasts.
Lightly spray the tops of the coated chicken breasts with olive oil spray. This will help achieve a golden, crispy exterior in the oven.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 23–25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the oven-fried chicken warm, accompanied by a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete South Beach Diet-friendly meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2117 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.8 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 984 mg | 328% | |
| Sodium | 2184 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 261.1 g | 522% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 684 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2833 mg | 60% | |
*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.
