Grain-Free Chicken Parm

Ground raw almonds are the coating in this grain-free version of chicken Parmesan topped with plenty of pasta sauce and Parmesan cheese.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 36 mins
• Total Time: 51 mins
• Calories: 1492 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 (14 ounce) jar pasta sauce
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 8 ounces unsalted raw almonds
• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 pinch dried Italian seasoning, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Blend almonds in a blender or food processor to the consistency of bread crumbs. Transfer ground almonds to a shallow dish and add 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Step 3

Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag and pound, using a meat mallet, until about 1-inch thick.

Step 4

Press chicken into almond mixture until evenly coated.

Step 5

Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until a nice crust forms, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step 7

Heat pasta sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour over cooked chicken and top with remaining Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Turn on oven's broiler. Broil chicken Parmesan until cheese is bubbling and golden, about 3 minutes.