Best 7 Almond Crusted Chicken Breasts Recipes

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Almond crusted chicken breasts is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of crunchy almonds, tender chicken, and flavorful herbs and spices creates a truly unforgettable meal. This versatile dish can be served with a variety of sides, making it a great option for any home cook. With its crispy exterior and juicy interior, almond crusted chicken breasts is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delectable recipe.

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ALMOND CRUSTED CHICKEN



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From Williams Sonoma's Cooking Basics. It uses boneless skinless chicken breasts and is quite delicious. It's a great dish for company. I used a little more almonds and parmesan cheese for the coating - it depends on the size of your chicken breasts. I also prefer more shallot and a little more wine.

Provided by Recipe Reader

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, pounded thin
1 egg, beaten
salt and pepper
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup sliced almonds, minced
6 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup flour
2 tablespoons shallots, chopped
4 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Combine the parmesan cheese and almonds in a flat dish.
  • In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of butter with 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Dip each chicken piece into flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it into the beaten egg, then into the parmesan & almonds.
  • Place chicken into hot pan and cook 2 minutes, until golden brown. Turn and cook 1-2 minutes on the other side.
  • Transfer to a warm plate.
  • Pour off excess oil from pan.
  • Add shallots and parsley to pan and sauté over medium heat. Add wine, then gradually whisk in the remaining butter.
  • Season with salt and pepper and spoon over chicken breasts. Squeeze a little lemon juice over each breast.

ALMOND-CRUSTED CHICKEN



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Chicken breasts with a crunchy breadcrumb-and-almond-sliver coating are a light and satisfying springtime entree. Serve them with Orzo with Peas and Mint and Romaine Salad with Prosciutto Crisps.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons water
2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 1/2 to 2 pounds), split
1 1/2 cups sliced almonds, broken into pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, season bread crumbs with salt and pepper. Place eggs in a small bowl with 2 teaspoons water, and beat lightly. Dip chicken in egg, wiping away excess with your fingers, and dip in bread-crumb mixture. Dredge until lightly coated. Dip in egg again, and coat thoroughly with almonds.
  • Heat butter and oil in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Saute chicken until nicely browned, about 3 minutes, and turn over. Cook 1 minute more; then transfer pan to oven, and bake until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.

ALMOND CRUSTED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Make and share this Almond Crusted Chicken Breasts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 ounces slivered almonds
1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg white
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/3 cup dry white wine

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thick.
  • In a blender or food processor, finely grind the almonds.
  • Combine the almonds, bread crumbs and salt on a plate.
  • Whip the egg white and water together.
  • Dip the chicken into the egg white and coat with the almond mixture, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken 10 to 15 minutes or until no longer pink, turning once during the cooking time.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm.
  • Heat the lemon juice and wine in the skillet over low heat, stirring to loosen the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Place a tablespoon of the wine sauce over the top of each chicken breast half and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.2, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 569.3, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 41.3

ALMOND-CRUSTED CHICKEN



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Finely chopped almonds make a crunchy coating for these juicy chicken breasts paired with a simple salad with sherry vinaigrette.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup whole unblanched almonds
1 1/2 teaspoons Spanish pimenton or paprika
2 large egg whites
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
5 cups mesclun salad greens

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put the almonds in a mini-chopper or food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a shallow dish and stir in the pimenton. Lightly whisk the egg whites in another shallow dish. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dip the chicken into the egg white and shake off any excess. Dredge the chicken in the almonds to coat. Place on a baking sheet, cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Set a wire rack on a baking sheet. Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and add the butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Place the chicken smooth-side down in the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook, turning once, until a golden brown crust forms, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking sheet and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken registers 160 degrees F, about 20 minutes.
  • Whisk together the vinegar and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add the salad greens and toss to coat. Divide the salad evenly among 4 plates and serve with a piece of chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calorie, Fat 37 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 105 milligrams, Sodium 280 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 50 grams

ALMOND CRUSTED CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup unblanched almonds
1 1/2 teaspoons Spanish pimenton or paprika
2 large eggs whites
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
5 cups mesclun salad greens

Steps:

  • Finely chop the almonds in a mini-chopper or food processor. Transfer the nuts to a shallow dish and stir in the paprika. Lightly whisk the egg whites in another shallow dish. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, letting the excess fall back into the dish. Then press both sides of the chicken into the nuts to coat. Place on a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set the crust.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place rack on a baking sheet.
  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil and the butter. Place the chicken smooth-side down in the pan and then raise the heat to medium-high. Cook turning once, until the nuts set and turn golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer meat to the prepared pan and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the sides of the chicken registers 160 degrees F, about 20 minutes.
  • Whisk the vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth dressing. Add the salad greens and toss to coat evenly. Divide the salad evenly among 4 plates, top with the chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calorie, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Protein 46 grams

BAKED ALMOND CHICKEN BREASTS



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Tender, golden almond chicken and creamy sauce make this entree one of my favorites. -Ken Churches, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, melted, divided
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Place flour in a shallow bowl. Combine 1/3 cup butter and seasonings in another bowl. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in butter mixture. Arrange in a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish. Pour cream around chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. Combine bread crumbs and remaining butter; sprinkle over chicken. Top with almonds. Bake, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until golden brown. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts :

ALMOND SAUCE CHICKEN BREASTS



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This tasty dish is very rich in flavour.

Provided by Rebecca Swift

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg
½ cup water
2 cups finely chopped almonds
¼ cup butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh mushrooms
1 onion, sliced into rings
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup almond paste
½ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breasts to flatten; Season with salt and pepper to taste. In a small bowl, beat together egg and water to make egg wash. Place almond crumbs in a shallow dish or bowl; dip chicken in egg wash, then dredge in almonds.
  • Melt butter with olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Brown coated chicken quickly, then transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In same skillet, brown the mushrooms and onions with the garlic. Mix together and spread mixture over the chicken.
  • In same skillet, combine the cream and almond paste and mix together; heat through, then stir in nutmeg. Pour sauce over chicken, mushrooms and onions.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1095.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 227 mg, Fat 88.8 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 52.1 g, SaturatedFat 26.3 g, Sodium 206 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about the same size. This will help them cook evenly.
  • If you don't have almond flour, you can make your own by grinding almonds in a food processor until they are finely ground.
  • To get a crispy crust, make sure the chicken breasts are coated evenly with the almond flour mixture before cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken breasts. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • If you are using a cast iron skillet, make sure it is preheated over medium-high heat before adding the chicken breasts.
  • Cook the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken breasts immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Almond crusted chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. They are perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, and they can be served with a variety of sides. Whether you are looking for a simple and flavorful chicken dish or a more elegant entree, almond crusted chicken breasts are a great option. With their crispy almond crust and tender, juicy meat, they are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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