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Keto Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

Crispy low-carb chicken cutlets coated with Parmesan and almond flour, air fried until golden, then topped with marinara and melted mozzarella for an easy keto chicken Parmesan dinner.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup finely ground almond flour
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Avocado oil spray
  • ½ cup low-sugar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • Fresh basil or parsley optional

Method
 

  1. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create four thin cutlets.
  2. Pound the chicken to an even thickness and pat dry.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  4. Whisk the egg in one shallow bowl.
  5. Combine Parmesan, almond flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  6. Dip each chicken cutlet into the egg.
  7. Press both sides firmly into the Parmesan mixture.
  8. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with avocado oil.
  9. Arrange chicken in a single layer and spray the tops lightly with oil.
  10. Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  11. Confirm the thickest part of the chicken has reached 165°F.
  12. Spoon marinara over each cutlet.
  13. Top with mozzarella and additional Parmesan.
  14. Air fry for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  15. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve.

Notes

Nutrition

Approximate per serving:
Calories: 430
Protein: 48g
Fat: 24g
Total Carbs: 8g
Fiber: 3g
Net Carbs: 5g

Recipe Tips

Keep the chicken cutlets thin, leave space between them in the air fryer, and avoid covering the entire crispy surface with marinara before adding the cheese.