Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole: Low-Carb Family Dinner

This Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole Recipe is a flavorful, low-carb twist on a classic favorite. It’s easy to prepare and can be on the table in about 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight dinner that still feels special.

Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole Recipe Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
1/2 cup unflavored protein powder
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded Romano cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 eggs
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 jar marinara sauce (choose a low-sugar brand)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella for topping

Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole Recipe Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, mix the protein powder, Parmesan, Romano, salt, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the heavy cream until light and slightly frothy.
Butterfly each chicken breast and pound gently with a meat tenderizer until the pieces are an even thickness so they cook uniformly. If breasts are large, cut in half.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the protein-cheese mixture.
For extra crispiness, lightly pan-fry the coated chicken in a skillet with a little oil until golden on both sides, then transfer to a baking dish. This step is optional; you can skip frying and place the coated chicken directly into the baking dish.
Arrange the chicken in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Sprinkle a little extra cheese over the top of each piece.
Bake the chicken for about 20 minutes to allow the coating to crisp and the chicken to cook through.
About 10 minutes before the chicken is done, spoon marinara sauce over each piece and top with shredded mozzarella. Return to the oven until the cheese melts and bubbles.
Total bake time is approximately 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the chicken. If you pan-fried the chicken first, it may finish sooner—check temperature to be sure.
Remove from the oven and let rest a few minutes before serving. Serve with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete low-carb meal.

Keto Chicken Parmesan Casserole Recipe Nutrition

Serves 8

Calories 287, Total Carbs 7g, Fiber 1g, Net Carbs 6g, Sugars 4g, Fat 12g, Protein 39g

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Course Dinner idea

Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings

Calories 287 kcal

Equipment

9 x 13 baking dish

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
1/2 cup protein powder unflavored
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded Romano cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3 eggs
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 jar marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine protein powder, seasonings, and cheeses in a medium bowl.
Whisk eggs and heavy cream in a separate bowl until slightly frothy.
Butterfly and pound chicken to even thickness so it cooks evenly.
Dip chicken in the egg mixture, then dredge in the protein-cheese mixture.
Optional: pan-fry coated chicken briefly for a golden crust, then place in a baking dish.
Bake about 20 minutes to crisp the coating, then add marinara and mozzarella for the final 10 minutes.
Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest a few minutes before serving.
Serve with a side salad or vegetables.