Almond Crusted Chicken with Tomato Citrus Sauce

Name: Almond Crusted Chicken with Tomato Citrus Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 cups roma (plum) tomatoes, diced; 1 cup diced orange wedges; 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary; 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 cup ground almonds; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon curry powder; 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup clarified butter

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
1 cup diced orange wedges
1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup ground almonds
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup clarified butter

1
To Make Sauce: Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Saute garlic for 2 minutes, then add the tomato, orange, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper and stir together.
3
Cover and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes; remove cover and let sauce reduce for an additional 15 minutes.
4
Set aside and keep warm.
5
To Make Crusted Chicken: In a shallow dish or bowl, mix together the almonds, flour, cumin, curry powder, turmeric, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
6
Coat breasts in flour mixture and fry in a large skillet with 1/4 cup oil and clarified butter for about 5 to 7 minutes each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (juices run clear).
7
When ready to serve, place chicken on a platter and top with warm sauce; do this right before serving, to retain crispiness of the chicken.

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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.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, 2 cups roma (plum) tomatoes, diced, 1 cup diced orange wedges, and more.

Yes, Almond Crusted Chicken with Tomato Citrus Sauce 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!