Broiled Breaded Chicken with Coriander Lime Pesto

Name: Broiled Breaded Chicken with Coriander Lime Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup milk; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups fine dry bread crumbs; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; 3 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), halved; 2 tablespoons plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 to 2 tablespoons hot water; 1/2 cup coriander lime pesto; 1 cup packed fresh coriander sprigs, washed well and spun dry; 1/2 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves, washed well and spun dry; 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted brown and cooled; 1/3 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest

Servings: persons

1/3 cup milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups fine dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
3 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), halved
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons hot water
1/2 cup coriander lime pesto
1 cup packed fresh coriander sprigs, washed well and spun dry
1/2 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves, washed well and spun dry
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted brown and cooled
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest

1
In a shallow baking dish whisk together milk, egg, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
2
In another shallow baking dish stir together bread crumbs, cumin, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.
3
Set rack about 6 inches from heat and preheat broiler.
4
Dip chicken breasts, 1 at a time, in milk mixture, letting excess drip off, and coat with bread crumb mixture, patting to adhere.
5
Transfer chicken as coated to rack of a foil-lined broiler pan.
6
Broil chicken until cooked through, about 7 minutes on each side.
7
In a small bowl whisk together pesto, yogurt, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon hot water, adding additional hot water if necessary to reach desired consistency.
8
Season pesto with salt and pepper and serve over chicken.
9
In a food processor blend together all ingredients with salt and pepper to taste until smooth.
10
(Pesto keeps, surface covered with plastic wrap, chilled, 1 week.)

549

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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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup milk, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 cups fine dry bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Broiled Breaded Chicken with Coriander Lime Pesto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!