Peanut -Crusted Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Peanut -Crusted Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for baking sheet; 3/4 cup unsalted peanuts; 3 slices white bread, torn into small pieces; coarse salt; pepper; 2 large eggs; 4 (6 -8 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1 1/2 lbs asparagus, trimmed; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely grated

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 475*.
2
Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, lightly oil, and set aside.
3
In a food processor, pulse peanuts and bread until coarsely ground.
4
Transfer to a wide-rimmed medium bowl; whisk in oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoons pepper.
5
In a large bowl, beat eggs; season generously with salt and pepper.
6
Add chicken, and turn to coat.
7
One piece at a time, dredge in peanut breading, gently pressing onto chicken; transfer to prepared baking sheet.
8
Bake until lightly browned and just cooked through, about 15 minutes.
9
While chicken is baking, cook asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, 3 to 4 minutes, depending on thickness.
10
Drain and transfer to a bowl along with butter and lemon zest; season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
11
Serve chicken with asparagus.

484

kcal

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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.

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: 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for baking sheet, 3/4 cup unsalted peanuts, 3 slices white bread, torn into small pieces, coarse salt, and more.

Yes, Peanut -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!

Peanut -Crusted Chicken Breasts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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