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Skillet Chicken Parmesan (Low-Carb, Keto) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Skillet Chicken Parmesan (Low-Carb, Keto)

This Skillet Chicken Parmesan delivers all the rich, cheesy, saucy goodness you love, but without a single breadcrumb. A one-pan, low-carb, and keto-friendly wonder that's ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 451
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds / 680g (24 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) olive oil
  • 1 cup (240 ml) marinara sauce
  • 1 cup (113 g / 4 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml / 0.2 fl oz) Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup (25 g / 0.88 oz) shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil, for garnish
  • For even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to a uniform thickness of about ½-inch or 1.25 cm before seasoning. This ensures they cook through at the same rate.
  • A good sear is key to flavor! Ensure your pan is hot before adding the chicken, and don't move it around for the first few minutes to allow a beautiful crust to form.
  • Choose a high-quality marinara sauce with no added sugar to keep this dish low-carb. Look for brands with simple like tomatoes, herbs, and spices.
  • This dish is perfect for meal prep! To reheat, place it in an oven preheated to 275°F / 135°C and warm until heated through. This keeps the chicken juicy and the cheese perfectly melted.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F / 175°C.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season generously on both sides with sea salt and ground black pepper.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet (cast-iron is perfect) over medium-high heat.
  5. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the chicken in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes, until a deep golden-brown crust forms on the first side.
  6. Flip the chicken over. Spoon the marinara sauce over each breast, then top with the shredded mozzarella and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning. Immediately transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
  8. Carefully remove the skillet from the oven.
  9. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top and return to the oven for 3-5 more minutes, just until the Parmesan is melted.
  10. Garnish with fresh, torn basil leaves before serving hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 451kcalCarbohydrates: 3.8gProtein: 55gFat: 16g

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