Ingredients
Method
- Prepare Oven and Chicken: Position an oven rack in the center and preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice each chicken breast horizontally into two thinner cutlets (6 cutlets total). Gently pound cutlets to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set Up Breading Stations: In a shallow dish, whisk together almond flour, Parmesan cheese, psyllium husk powder, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk egg whites and water until frothy.
- Bread the Chicken: Dip each chicken cutlet into the egg white mixture, letting excess drip off. Press firmly into the almond flour mixture to coat both sides thoroughly. Place breaded cutlets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Initial Bake: Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray. Bake for 18-23 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C) and coating is golden.
- Prepare Sauce and Zucchini Noodles: While chicken bakes, warm the marinara sauce gently in a saucepan. Spiralize the zucchini into noodles. Place zucchini noodles in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, let sit for a few minutes, then pat thoroughly dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Top Chicken & Final Bake: Remove chicken from the oven. Top each cutlet with about 2 tablespoons of warm marinara sauce, followed by 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide the dried zucchini noodles among six plates or bowls. Toss each portion with about 1/2 cup of the remaining warm marinara sauce. Place a Parmesan-crusted chicken cutlet on top of the sauced noodles. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.
Notes
Yield: 6 Servings
Nutrition Information (Per Serving - Approximate):
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Protein: 42 g
- Fat: 13 g
- Total Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Sugars: 9 g
- Net Carbohydrates: 12 g