Healthy Low Carb Chicken Parmesan Recipe

This Low Carb Chicken Parmesan recipe is so delicious that you won't miss the crispy crusted chicken in the traditional recipe. It's a healthier version with tender and juicy Italian seasoned chicken, basil marinara and melty parmesan and mozzarella cheese. The super easy recipe takes only about 20 minutes to make.

Recipe review

A quick look at this recipe

• Recipe Name: Healthy Low Carb Chicken Parmesan
• Ready In: 10 minutes prep, 15 minutes cook time, 20 minutes total time
• Serves: 4
• Calories: 261 per serving
• Main Ingredients: Boneless chicken cutlets, Italian seasoning, marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese
• Difficulty: Easy

After cooking for my personal chef clients, this quick and delicious chicken parmesan recipe is just what I need. I make this dinner when craving a lightened up version of traditional crispy breaded chicken parmesan.

With all its melty cheese, tomatoey and juicy chicken breast goodness, I don't even miss the crispy breaded chicken breast. This low carb chicken recipe is packed with so much flavor! If you're on a keto diet, this is the chicken recipe for you.

And as an added bonus, the easy recipe is ready in about 20 minutes.

What's to love about this healthy chicken parmesan recipe

• Quick to make. This recipe is ready in about 20 minutes. With just a few steps, the prep, cooking and cleanup are done in no time at all.
• The recipe includes only a few ingredients. The dish includes a handful of ordinary ingredients. But when they are combined, the easy and healthy chicken dinner is amazing!
• Everyone loves it! Italian food is always a favorite. And chicken parm is one dish that even the pickiest of eaters love. The whole family will ask for it over and over.

Ingredients & substitutions

Gather just a handful of ingredients to make this no breaded chicken chicken parmesan. Scroll down to the printable recipe card for the full quantities of the ingredients.

• boneless skinless chicken breast - I slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets that cook quickly. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken tenderloins are great substitutes.
• Italian herb blend - Grab a bottle of this versatile Italian seasoning. Or combine ½ teaspoon each of dried basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme and marjoram for a homemade version.
• garlic powder
• kosher salt
• black pepper
• olive oil
• salted butter
• grated parmesan cheese - Finely shredded parmesan cheese is tasty in this recipe too.
• marinara sauce - I always have a batch of my homemade fresh basil marinara on hand. But they're many delicious ones to purchase too.
• shredded mozzarella cheese - Freshly shredded cheese melts the best. In a pinch, pre shredded store bought cheese can be used.
• fresh basil - Nothing compares to the sweet, pungent and slightly peppery taste of fresh basil. A sprinkle of dried basil is a substitute when the fresh herb isn't available. Fresh parsley is an alternative too.

How to make low carb chicken parmesan

This really is one of the easiest recipes. And the good news is that with just a few steps and about 20 minutes of time, you'll be enjoying a delicious dinner.

Step 1: Start off be preheating the oven and prepping the chicken. Season both sides of thin chicken cutlets with the Italian herb blend, garlic powder, kosher salt and black pepper.

Step 2: Sauté the seasoned chicken in a large skillet. Use a combination of olive oil and salted butter. It only takes about 2 to 3 minutes per side. The chicken should be golden brown and cooked through. Place the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet.

Step 3: Sprinkle the chicken with the grated parmesan cheese. Top with some of the marinara sauce. Next add a generous sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 4: Pop the chicken into the oven. Bake until the cheese is melted.

Step 5: Remove the chicken parmesan from the oven. Sprinkle with more grated parmesan cheese and thinly sliced fresh basil.

expert tips

• Use a sharp knife to horizontally slice boneless skinless chicken breasts into thin cutlets. They'll cook in no time at all and stay tender and juicy.
• Make a batch of Italian dried spice seasoning. It's great to have on hand to add to Spinach and Sausage Lasagna, Sicilian meatballs, or Stuffed Shells with Sausage. Combine 1 tablespoon each of dried basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary and marjoram. Store in an airtight container.
• Grate or shred your own cheeses as it melts better than the pre grated or shredded ones. The packaged cheeses have an added anti-caking ingredient that makes the cheeses stringy when melted.
• Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

What to serve with chicken parmesan

There are so many tasty options to serve alongside parmesan chicken. Simple sides of garlic broccoli or steamed asparagus are low effort dishes. Sauteed zucchini noodles or roasted spaghetti squash are some healthy options too.

I love to serve the chicken over a bowl of my Parmesan Buttered Noodles or this tasty Cauliflower Rice Pilaf.

A simple tossed salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, black olives, slivered red onions, shredded carrots and a red wine vinaigrette is a classic side dish for chicken parmesan.

FAQs about low carb chicken parm

You can get all the delicious flavor of traditional chicken parmesan even without breading and frying the chicken. Season boneless and skinless chicken breasts with Italian seasoning. Sauté the chicken and then top with marinara sauce and parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Bake until the cheese is a melty goodness and enjoy.

Yes! The recipe doesn't include any ingredients with gluten so it's gluten free.

If you're following a low-carb and keto diet, this recipe is one you can enjoy.