Low Carb Weeknight Chicken Parm Recipe

Name: Low Carb Weeknight Chicken Parm
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups prepared marinara sauce; olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 pound ground white meat chicken; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 4 ounces grated fontina or mozzarella cheese; 3 thinly sliced bell peppers, any kind you like; fresh parsley, optional, for serving

Servings: persons

2 cups prepared marinara sauce
olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound ground white meat chicken
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 ounces grated fontina or mozzarella cheese
3 thinly sliced bell peppers, any kind you like
fresh parsley, optional, for serving

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["In advance, warm or prepare marinara for this dish.", "Preheat an ovenproof skillet to medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. When the skillet is hot, add the chicken and butter. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes, crumbling it with a spoon as you go. When the chicken is cooked through, add the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and parmesan. Stir to coat and cook for about 2 minutes more, then turn off the skillet. Sprinkle the mixture with the grated cheese.", "Meanwhile, preheat a second skillet to medium-high heat with some olive oil and preheat the broiler to high.
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When the chicken is nearly done cooking, saute the peppers in the second skillet for 3-5 minutes with a sprinkle of salt until soft and slightly browned but not mushy, stirring as you go.", "Broil the chicken mixture for about a minute to melt and brown the cheese slightly.
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Serve the chicken with the marinara and peppers. Top with fresh parsley and extra parmesan if you'd like. Enjoy!"]

368

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups prepared marinara sauce, olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 pound ground white meat chicken, and more.

Yes, Low Carb Weeknight Chicken Parm falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Low Carb Weeknight Chicken Parm

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Variations & substitutions

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