NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz chicken breast

1 large egg

2 tbsp almond flour

1 tbsp parmesan cheese

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 oz mozzarella cheese

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking sheet with the olive oil.

• 2

  Pound the chicken breast between two pieces of parchment paper to an even thickness of about half an inch.

• 3

  In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg until smooth.

• 4

  In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, parmesan cheese, dried oregano, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 5

  Dip the chicken breast into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly with the almond flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.

• 6

  Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

• 7

  Remove from the oven, spoon the marinara sauce over the center of the chicken, and top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

• 8

  Return to the oven for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the chicken is fully cooked through.

• 9

  Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.