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Crispy chicken parmesan served with marinara sauce and cheese

Crispy Chicken Parmesan

Crispy Chicken Parmesan is a delightful take on a classic dish, featuring crunchy chicken and rich Parmesan with a gluten-free twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure even thickness for uniform cooking
  • 1 cup almond flour Gluten-free alternative
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Rich flavor component
  • 1 piece egg Beaten for coating
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper To season the chicken
  • as needed tablespoon Olive oil for frying Make sure it's hot enough before frying
For serving
  • as needed Marinara sauce Optional for serving
  • as needed Fresh basil Optional for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg.
  4. Dip each chicken breast in the egg, allowing excess to drip off, then coat with the almond flour mixture, pressing to adhere.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve with marinara sauce and garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Pair with a simple side salad or serve over spaghetti. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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