Low-Carb Baked Chicken with Parmesan and Italian Herbs
Succulent chicken breasts baked with a flavorful Parmesan and herb crust, ideal for a satisfying low-carb meal. This Italian-inspired chicken recipe (low carb, keto), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, large eggs, grated Parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a shallow dish, whisk 2 large eggs until lightly beaten.
- Step 2: In another shallow dish, mix 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup almond flour, 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Dip each of the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts into the eggs, coating thoroughly, then dredge in the Parmesan-almond mixture pressing firmly to coat evenly.
- Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to ensure juicy chicken.









