Easy Keto Mozzarella Chicken

Easy and delicious the whole family will love it. Even the non Keto folks. And, dinner will be served in about 35 minutes.

Course dinner

Cuisine Italian

Keyword gluten free

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 33

Total Time 35

Servings Servings

Calories 424kcal

Author Thom

Equipment

Ingredients

2 lbs. chicken thighs boneless skinless chicken thighs
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
28 oz. Italian Style Crushed tomatoes OR sugar free tomato sauce
1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
8 oz shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup parsley, fresh, chopped * optional for garnish
Pinch red pepper flakes if you like it spicy
2 tsp Allulose * optional - granulated. See post for explanation.

Instructions

Heat skillet and oil over medium heat. Preheat oven to 375. Salt and pepper the chicken thighs while the pan is heating up.
Fry the chicken thighs until seared on each side and cooked through. About 4-5 minutes on each side. You might need to do this in batches because they need room to cook. They will shrink once cooked. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes until translucent.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and crushed red pepper if using and de-glaze the pan (scrape all of the browned bits off the bottom of the pan, this is where the flavor is). Let simmer and thicken for about 8-10 minutes.
Add the chicken and turn the heat off. Top with Parmesan and Mozzarella. Bake in pre-heated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown to your liking.
Handle with care, it will be hot! Serve. See post for serving suggestions.

Notes

(7 NET CARBS PER SERVING)

* Note: Please check labels for nutrition information to ensure you are not using a crushed tomato brand that adds sugar.

If you are on a very strict Keto Diet please take care with labels when cooking with canned tomatoes, tomato sauces and seasonings. The variance can be dramatic in terms of carbohydrates and fiber content.

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