Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe
A delicious and easy-to-make baked chicken parmesan recipe featuring a crispy pork rind crust, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for a low-carb, flavorful dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 4 thin sliced chicken breasts
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 cups crushed pork rinds
- ½ cup powdered Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Toppings
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced basil or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a large cookie sheet with non-stick spray to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Prepare the egg wash: Crack the eggs into a shallow dish and beat them well to create the egg wash for coating the chicken.
- Mix the coating: In a separate shallow dish, combine the crushed pork rinds, powdered Parmesan, garlic powder, and onion powder, stirring well to ensure an even mix.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each thin sliced chicken breast first into the beaten eggs, then dredge it thoroughly in the pork rind mixture, pressing firmly so the crust sticks well to the meat.
- Bake the chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared cookie sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add marinara sauce: Remove the chicken from the oven and evenly spread about ½ cup of marinara sauce over each chicken breast.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauced chicken breasts.
- Finish baking: Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the mozzarella has melted and bubbled.
- Garnish and serve: Once baked, sprinkle the minced basil or parsley over the top for a fresh, aromatic finish before serving.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and a crispy crust.
- Press the pork rind mixture firmly onto the chicken to help the crust stick better during baking.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F before serving for food safety.
- Fresh basil or parsley adds a nice flavor contrast but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Marinara sauce should be low in sugar for a healthier option.
- This recipe is low-carb due to the pork rind crust replacing traditional breadcrumbs.
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