Paleo Cheesy Baked Chicken

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Paleo Cheesy Baked Chicken, a wholesome, dairy-free twist on a classic favorite. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a smoky blend of garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, then topped with melted almond cheese for a creamy, satisfying finish. Using coconut oil for added richness and a paleo-friendly approach, this dish is baked to perfection in just 35 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, it's an easy, healthy dinner option that's grain-free, gluten-free, and keto-friendly. Perfectly simple yet packed with bold, savory notes, this paleo chicken recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup almond cheese
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice mix.

Step 3

Rub coconut oil evenly over the chicken breasts and then coat them with the spice mix on both sides.

Step 4

Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they are not overcrowded.

Step 5

Sprinkle almond cheese generously over the top of each chicken breast.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve the cheesy baked chicken hot and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(980.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2192.0

Total Fat 121.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2976.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 242.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 542.4mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2391.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 45.0%

Carbs: 4.4%