This quick keto parmesan crusted chicken features a crispy, savory cheese crust and juicy interior, cooking in just 15 minutes for an easy low-carb dinner the whole family will love.
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally on a cutting board to make thinner cutlets, then season both sides with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The thinner pieces should look even in thickness so they cook quickly and brown before the coating has a chance to burn.
Stir the parmesan cheese and almond flour together in a shallow bowl, and whisk the eggs in a second bowl. The cheese mixture should look evenly blended so each cutlet gets both the crisping cheese and the gap-filling almond flour.
Dip each chicken cutlet in the eggs, then press it into the parmesan mixture until coated, shaking off any loose excess before setting it aside. A well-coated cutlet should have a full, even layer with no wet bare patches showing through.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick heavy duty pan, add the cutlets in a single layer, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden and crisp, then repeat with the remaining cutlets. Wait for the rich smell of toasted cheese, a deep golden ring at the edges, and a crust that releases easily before flipping, and cook until the chicken reaches 165 °F.
Notes
Parmesan choice: Use freshly grated parmesan from a block instead of canned pre-grated cheese for a cleaner, crisper crust that melts evenly.Flip cue: Wait for a toasted cheese aroma, a deep golden-brown lacy edge, and an easy release from the pan before flipping the chicken.Reheating: Reheat leftovers in an air fryer at 350 °F for 3 to 5 minutes, or in a 400 °F oven for about 8 minutes to restore the crispy crust. Avoid using the microwave.Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Keto Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Amount per Serving
Calories
364
% Daily Value*
Fat
22
g
34
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Cholesterol
176
mg
59
%
Sodium
545
mg
24
%
Potassium
320
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
1
g
0
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Protein
36
g
72
%
Vitamin A
2
IU
0
%
Calcium
200
mg
20
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.