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Almond Crusted Chicken Recipe

This healthy and delicious Almond Crusted Chicken recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal! Perfectly crispy almond crust meets juicy chicken breast in just 30 minutes. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's both satisfying and good for you!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 250.2 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almond Crusted Chicken

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How to Make Almond Crusted Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow dish, combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, and 1 cup slivered almonds.
  3. Place chicken breasts in the almond mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
  4. Arrange coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Press any remaining almond mixture firmly onto the tops of the chicken breasts.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165°F (74°C).
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

55g

Fat

4g

Carbs

5g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Main Dish Poultry Easy Chicken Dietary Low Sodium Low Saturated Fat High Protein Low Carb High In Something Low In Something Meat Chicken Breasts