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30 Minute Almond Chicken Recipe

Transform a weeknight dinner into a vibrant springtime feast with this incredibly delicious and easy 30-minute Almond Chicken recipe! Featuring tender chicken thighs (yes, really!), three distinct flavor profiles, and a delightful almond-rice topping, this healthy one-pan wonder is quicker than takeout and tastes infinitely better. Inspired by Kraft Food and Family (Spring 2005), this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 357.1 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 4.8 (16 Reviews)
30 Minute Almond Chicken 91

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 30 Minute Almond Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can green beans, drained
  • 2 cups minute white rice, cooked
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

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How to Make 30 Minute Almond Chicken

  1. In a large bowl or resealable plastic bag, toss chicken pieces with Italian dressing. Marinate for at least 5 minutes (or longer if time allows).
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
  5. Add drained green beans to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, or until heated through and tender-crisp.
  6. Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  7. Stir in cooked rice and toasted slivered almonds. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve the almond-rice mixture as a bed for the chicken. Garnish with extra almonds, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

12g

Carbs

8g

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