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sliced almond-crusted chicken breast with steamed broccoli in a skillet
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Almond Crusted Crispy Chicken Breast

Give your chicken breast recipe an upgrade with this Crispy Almond Crusted Chicken Breast recipe. Coated with an almond seasoning breading and baked to perfection.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Skill Level: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup blanched almonds
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 2 chicken breasts sliced in half lengthways
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 medium head broccoli

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Place the 1 cup blanched almonds together with the seasonings (1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and kosher salt and ground pepper into a food processor. Pulse until small chopped. Transfer the almond mixture to a shallow plate.
    almonds and seasoning in a food processor
  • Meanwhile, blanch the broccoli in salted water for 1-2 minutes. Drain and set aside in a bowl. Drizzle or spray with a bit of cooking oil.
  • Season the 2 chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Dip each chicken cutlet into the beaten 1 large egg, allowing the excess to drip off; Place on the plate with the almond coating and gently press to coat on both sides.
    chicken breast being added over the seasoned almond crumbs to be coated
  • Meanwhile, preheat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the chicken in batches until it begins to get golden, then flip, for around 4-5 minutes in total.
    3 cooked almond crusted chicken breast in a skillet
  • Once the chicken cutlets are all golden, gather them into the skillet. Add the blanched 1 medium head broccoli next to it.
  • Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes or until cutlets are cooked through and no longer pink on the inside.
    top view sliced almond crusted crispy chicken breast with a side of broccoli in a pan
  • Season to taste, if needed, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use boneless and skinless chicken thighs if needed. 
  • Any oil of choice will work.
  • Use any other veggie of choice if you don't like broccoli.
  • You may use frozen broccoli if preferred.
  • Thin out the chicken breasts if you prefer.
  • Easily double up on the recipe.
  • Other nuts can be used, like cashews, pecans, or walnuts

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 279mg | Potassium: 1148mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1301IU | Vitamin C: 137mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 3mg