Low Carb Chicken Parmesan with Chunky Garden Tomatoes -- Also Gluten Free!

Saving money on low carb chicken parmesan does not need to be complicated. Here is a clear, no nonsense rundown of what works and how to make the most of it.

Key Takeaways

• Since boneless skinless chicken breast has also been affordable lately, I decided to scratch up this low carb chicken Parmesan for MashupDad (who misses it so).
• Two notes here: First, I was in a hurry and too lazy to seed the tomatoes, so my sauce turned out a bit watery.
• Secondly, I deliberately ground my almonds highly coarsely for a chunkier/crunchier breading.
• To make your breading, add almonds, Parmesan, and spices to food processor and grind to desired level of crumbliness.

Where the Real Savings Hide

Wish yours less so? Worth noting: fresh oregano, to taste Sea salt, to taste - to top Near 4 oz Italian blend shredded cheese Fresh parsley, optional Directions Trim chicken breast, cut into four equal pieces, and pound flatter until you have a nice even thickness. (Cover with plastic wrap first to avoid spattering.) Beat egg and set aside in separate shallow bowl.

I left mine fairly coarse here, for added crunch. Pour into a large shallow bowl.

A Closer Look at Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

More importantly, dredge each piece of chicken in egg and then in almond-Parmesan mixture, then place on a greased rimmed cookie sheet. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes, then flip and cook another 10 minutes or until nicely browned and to an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

While chicken is cooking, roughly chop your tomatoes and de-seed if desired. Saute diced onion in olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until softened, then add garlic and saute another 30 seconds or so.

What to Know About Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

Remember that add tomatoes, basil, and oregano and saute over medium heat until tomatoes are at your desired thickness, then add sea salt to taste. Reduce heat to medium-low.

Add chicken to skillet on top of tomatoes, then top each piece of chicken with shredded Italian blend cheese. Cover skillet and cook over medium-low until cheese is melted, about four minutes.

How Low Carb Chicken Parmesan Really Works

As a rule, remove cover and garnish with fresh chopped parsley (optional). Serve chicken over chunky tomatoes.

If you are after a gluten free or low carb chicken Parmesan, this fits the bill nicely! The almond-Parmesan coating provides a nice crunch and adds an added bit of nutty flavor, while the fresh chunky garden tomatoes contain no added sugar and provide a lighter and more flavorful counterpoint than a heavier jarred sauce might.

Getting the Most From Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

In short, if you're not in the mood for tomatoes, this breading alternative is also fantastic for making gluten free, low carb chicken nuggets or chicken fingers -- just bake in the oven as above, then serve with your dipping sauce of choice. Low Carb Chicken Parmesan, printable recipe Save Recipe!

Low Carb Chicken Parmesan with Chunky Garden Tomatoes -- Also Gluten Free! Worth noting: i left mine fairly coarse here, for added crunch.

Tips That Make a Difference

Pour into a large shallow bowl. Dredge each piece of chicken in egg and then in almond-Parmesan mixture, then place on a greased rimmed cookie sheet.

Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes, then flip and cook another 10 minutes or until nicely browned and to an internal temperature of 165 degrees. More importantly, while chicken is cooking, roughly chop your tomatoes and de-seed if desired.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Saute diced onion in olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until softened, then add garlic and saute another 30 seconds or so. Add tomatoes, basil, and oregano and saute over medium heat until tomatoes are at your desired thickness, then add sea salt to taste.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on low carb chicken parmesan?

Compare prices across a few retailers, look for active coupon codes, and time bigger buys around sales events. Worth noting: fresh oregano, to taste Sea salt, to taste - to top Near 4 oz Italian blend shredded cheese Fresh parsley, optional Directions Trim chicken breast, cut into four equal pieces, and pound flatter until you ha....

Is it worth shopping around for low carb chicken parmesan?

Usually yes. I left mine fairly coarse here, for added crunch.

Smart Ways to Save More on Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

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• Time non urgent purchases around major sale events for the deepest cuts.
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Final Thoughts

Put these ideas to work and low carb chicken parmesan gets a lot less expensive. Bookmark this page, check back for fresh deals, and let the savings do the talking.

Originally published at mashupmom.com.