Baked Chicken Breasts with Almond Sauce Recipe

Name: Baked Chicken Breasts with Almond Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 each chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless; 1 x garlic salt to taste; ⅛ cup butter melted; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 13 ounce mushrooms, canned stems and pieces; 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup sherry; 1 teaspoon almonds slivered; 1 teaspoon almond extract

Servings: persons

1
Salt both sides of chicken breast halves with garlic salt.
2
Dip in melted butter to which paprika and lemon juice has been added.
3
Place in shallow baking dish.
4
Bake for 30 minutes at 350F (180C).
5
Mix remaining ingredients listed and spoon over chicken breasts.
6
Sprinkle with slivered almonds and continue baking for 30 additional minutes.
7
Remove chicken; thicken sauce with 2 tablespoons flour and stir in 1/4 cup fat free sour cream (I did not include these in the counts since I didn't use them - Reggie).
8
Serve chicken breasts over rice.
9
*You can use boneless breasts and cut the cooking time to 15 minutes, add other ingredients and cook another 15 minutes, then thicken sauce and serve over rice.
10
The counts will be lower if you serve this over rice.

300

kcal

Calories

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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 each chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless, 1 x garlic salt to taste, ⅛ cup butter melted, 1 tablespoon paprika, and more.

Yes, Baked Chicken Breasts with Almond 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!

Baked Chicken Breasts with Almond Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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