There is no better meal for a keto/low carb diet than this one! It is packed with protein & delicious flavor that cannot be beat! Add this to your weekly menu & you will be happy that you did!

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts, boneless & skinless
• 1 c. all purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 c. Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 1 c. Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1/2 tsp. dried basil
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. salt, or to taste
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper, or to taste
• 1/4 c. olive oil
• 1 c. marinara sauce or Grandpa’s Pasta Sauce
• 1 c. mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
• Parsley, freshly chopped (optional garnish)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375˚ F.
2. Mix together the Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt & black pepper in a shallow dish.
3. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with the flour, one with the two beaten eggs & one with the Parmesan cheese mixture.
4. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, then the beaten eggs & then coat them in the Parmesan cheese mixture.
5. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat & cook the breaded chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides.
6. Transfer the chicken to a prepared baking dish. Top each with marinara sauce, or Grandpa’s Pasta Sauce & the shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through & the cheese is melted.
8. Garnish with the fresh parsley (if using) before serving.
9. Serve with a side salad or with Italian Bread Brushed with Fresh Garlic