Almond Crusted Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Almond Crusted Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cup sliced natural almonds, lightly toasted; 2 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned and cut in half; Salt; Pepper; 1/4 cup flour; 1 egg beaten with; 2 tsp. water; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 1-1/2 tsp. chopped fresh basil; 1/2 tsp. dried basil

Servings: persons

1
With hands, lightly crush almonds into small pieces; reserve.
2
Lightly flatten chicken breasts.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Dredge chicken in flour.
5
Pat off excess flour.
6
Dip chicken in beaten egg.
7
Press each chicken breast in almonds, covering chicken well.
8
Place on buttered baking sheet.
9
Bake at 425F for 10-15 minutes or until chicken is just firm and no longer pink in center, and almonds are golden.
10
Meanwhile, combine butter, lemon juice and basil.
11
Drizzle over cooked chicken breasts.

398

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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: 1-1/2 cup sliced natural almonds, lightly toasted, 2 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned and cut in half, Salt, Pepper, and more.

Yes, Almond Crusted Chicken Breasts 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almond Crusted Chicken Breasts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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