Almond Sauce Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Almond Sauce Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; salt and pepper to taste; 1 egg; 1/2 cup water; 2 cups finely chopped almonds; 1/4 cup butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound fresh mushrooms; 1 onion, sliced into rings; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup almond paste; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg
1/2 cup water
2 cups finely chopped almonds
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh mushrooms
1 onion, sliced into rings
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup almond paste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

1
Pound chicken breasts to flatten; Season with salt and pepper to taste. In a small bowl, beat together egg and water to make egg wash. Place almond crumbs in a shallow dish or bowl; dip chicken in egg wash, then dredge in almonds.
2
Melt butter with olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Brown coated chicken quickly, then transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4
In same skillet, brown the mushrooms and onions with the garlic. Mix together and spread mixture over the chicken.
5
In same skillet, combine the cream and almond paste and mix together; heat through, then stir in nutmeg. Pour sauce over chicken, mushrooms and onions.
6
Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

1145

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, salt and pepper to taste, 1 egg, 1/2 cup water, and more.

Yes, Almond Sauce 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 Sauce Chicken Breasts

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