15 Minute Keto Chicken Parmesan (Printable Version)
Golden chicken with melted mozzarella and marinara, ready in 15 minutes
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 5 ounces 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 (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
# How-To:
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 shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
04 - Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
05 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with dried Italian herbs and fresh chopped basil if desired. Serve immediately while hot and cheese is melted.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get that comforting Italian-American flavor without spending hours at the stove
- The whole family will request this again and again
02 -
- Crowding the pan will steam the chicken instead of searing it
- Sugar-free marinara brands vary wildly in taste so test a few
03 -
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the chicken
- Let the pan heat up properly before adding the oil