Paleo Classic Chicken Parmesan
Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free comfort food with this Paleo Classic Chicken Parmesan, a wholesome twist on the traditional Italian favorite! Perfectly seasoned chicken cutlets are coated in a crispy, paleo-friendly breading made with coconut and almond flours, then pan-seared in heart-healthy olive oil for a golden brown crust. Instead of cheese, this dairy-free recipe uses creamy, cheesy-tasting nutritional yeast to top off the savory tomato sauce, creating a rich and satisfying flavor. Finished with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant burst of freshness, this dish is baked to perfection in just 30 minutes. A perfect weeknight dinner that’s gluten-free, grain-free, and bursting with Italian-inspired goodness!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to form four thin cutlets, then season them with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Set up three shallow dishes: one with coconut flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with almond flour mixed with garlic powder and onion powder.
Step 4
Dredge each chicken cutlet in the coconut flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat with the almond flour mixture. Ensure each piece is well-coated.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Step 6
Pour the tomato sauce over the chicken cutlets in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
Step 7
Bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the oven, sprinkle nutritional yeast over each chicken cutlet, and let it sit for a few minutes so the yeast can melt slightly.
Step 9
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving for an aromatic finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (839.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1610.9 |
| Total Fat 96.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 658mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3071.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 140.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 243.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 489.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories