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Enjoy the crunchy exterior of sunflower seed-coated chicken, paired with a rich and velvety cheese sauce. This low-carb main dish is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner option that won't blow your carbohydrate budget!
Preparation: 10 mins
Cooking: 30 mins
Ingredients:
1 cup Sunflower seeds
4 pieces Chicken breast
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Onion powder
To taste Salt
To taste Black pepper
1/2 cup Heavy cream
1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup Grated Cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pound the chicken breast to an even thickness.
- In a food processor, pulse the sunflower seeds until they resemble coarse meal. Transfer to a plate and mix with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each piece of chicken in the sunflower seed mixture, coating both sides completely.
- Place the coated chicken on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cream and whisk to combine, cooking until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in Parmesan and Cheddar cheeses until smooth and melted.
- Serve the chicken topped with cheese sauce.
