15 Minute Keto Chicken Parmesan (Printable version)
Tender chicken breasts with melted mozzarella and sugar-free marinara, ready in just 15 minutes for an easy keto-friendly Italian-style dinner.
# Ingredient list:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz each)
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Sauce & Cheese
06 - 1/2 cup sugar-free marinara sauce
07 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped
# Directions:
01 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, pressing the spices into the meat to adhere.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
03 - Reduce heat to low. Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each chicken breast. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce, covering the chicken completely.
04 - Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
05 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with dried Italian herbs and fresh chopped basil. Serve immediately while hot and cheese is melty.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get that crispy, melty chicken parm experience in literally fifteen minutes flat
- One pan cleanup means more time on the couch and less at the sink
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- Dry chicken equals better sear so do not skip the paper towel step
- Sugar-free marinara brands vary wildly in taste and quality
03 -
- Let chicken rest 2 minutes after cooking so juices redistribute
- Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting