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Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Italian 🇮🇹American High-Protein 💪Low-CarbSugar-FreeDiabetic-FriendlyGluten-FreeAnabolic Diet

Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana layers crunchy pork-rind breading with rich tomato sauce and a gooey blanket of mozzarella. The Parmesan in the crust adds a nutty depth while red pepper flakes give a gentle kick, making each bite bold yet balanced. It’s a weeknight-friendly dinner that feels special enough for guests, especially alongside a crisp salad or roasted vegetables.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves2
  • DifficultyEasy
Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

37 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
49 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
0 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair
56 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
2 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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9
Heart Health
70
Metabolic
18
Digestive
25
Inflammatory
51
Performance
31
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler.

  2. 2

    Slice the chicken breast horizontally through the middle from one side to within 1/2 inch of the other side. Open it like a book and pound it flat to about 1/2 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Whisk the egg and cream together in a bowl.

  4. 4

    In a separate shallow bowl or plate, mix the crushed pork rinds, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, red pepper, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

  5. 5

    Dip the chicken into the egg mixture and coat it completely. Press the chicken into the breading, thickly coating both sides.

  6. 6

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the ghee. Place the chicken in the pan and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Take care to keep the breading in place.

  7. 7

    Move the chicken to a baking sheet. Cover with tomato sauce and top with mozzarella cheese.

  8. 8

    Broil until the cheese is bubbling and just lightly browned, about 2 minutes.

About This Recipe

Low Carb Chicken Parmigiana is an Italian dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Eggs, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 713.0 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana?
It is an Italian recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Eggs, Garlic Powder, Ghee. The full list of 13 is above.
What goes well with Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana?
About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 713.0 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana healthy?
Low-Carb Chicken Parmigiana has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 713.0 calories and 85.63 g of protein, or 171% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1214.05 mg (53% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 19.52 g (98% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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