# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 5.3 oz each
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Coating
04 - 1 cup almond flour
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
07 - 2 large eggs
→ Topping
08 - 1 cup sugar-free marinara sauce
09 - 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
→ For Baking
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
03 - In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried Italian herbs.
04 - In another shallow bowl, whisk eggs until well blended.
05 - Dip each chicken breast into egg wash, then press thoroughly into almond-Parmesan mixture, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
06 - Place coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
07 - Bake for 20 minutes until the coating turns golden and chicken is nearly cooked through.
08 - Remove dish from oven. Distribute marinara sauce evenly over each chicken breast. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
09 - Return to oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
10 - Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped basil if desired. Serve immediately.
