Best 3 Baked Almond Chicken Recipes

Baked almond chicken is a classic dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, crispy almonds, and a savory sauce. This dish is not only delicious but also versatile, as it can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even a snack. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, baked almond chicken is a great option for home cooks of all skill levels.

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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

Ingredients

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 :

BAKED ALMOND CHICKEN

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This is a tasty dish that my family just loves. The almonds give the chicken a wonderful flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
8 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1 teaspoon each salt, paprika and celery salt
3/4 cup sliced almonds
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs

Steps:

Place the flour in a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken, a few pieces at a time. Seal bag; shake to coat chicken. In a shallow dish, combine 7 tablespoons butter, salt, paprika and celery salt. Add chicken pieces and turn to coat. , Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with almonds. Pour cream around chicken. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup sauce. , Stir sour cream into sauce; pour over the chicken. Combine bread crumbs with the remaining butter; sprinkle over chicken. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes more or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1020 calories, Fat 72g fat (34g saturated fat), Cholesterol 278mg cholesterol, Sodium 1424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 54g protein.

BAKED ALMOND CHICKEN

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Easy to make, freezes well for OAMC. We made something similar to this at Dream Dinners and have continued to make it ourselves, it was so easy! You may want to pound out very thick breasts so you get more crusty topping per bite!

Provided by jswinks

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 1/2 cups sliced almonds
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup flour
2 eggs, beaten
4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
sweet and sour sauce (optional)

Steps:

Spray bottom of pan heavily with non-stick cooking spray. For best results the pan should be big enough that the breasts don't touch.
Cover bottom of dish with additional bread crumbs to coat thinly.
Combine bread crumbs, almonds and salt and pepper in a flat dish (i.e. pie plate).
Place flour and eggs (beaten) in two separate flat dishes.
Dip each chicken breast in flour, then egg, then dip into almond mixture. (Be sure its coated heavily and evenly at each step).
Place into prepared pan.
Sprinkle with any remaining almond mixture.
Spray over top of chicken heavily with cooking spray.
Bake at 400 for 12 minutes, turning chicken over, and baking additional 10 minutes (until internal temp is 165).
Serve with sweet & sour sauce.
Note: if freezing, follow all steps except spraying top of dish with cooking spray. Wait until thawed, then spray and bake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 174.2, Sodium 990.7, Carbohydrate 60.3, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 4.5, Protein 46.4

Tips for Making Baked Almond Chicken:

- **Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.** This will make the chicken easier to cook and eat. - **Slice the chicken into thin strips.** This will help the chicken cook evenly and quickly. - **Marinate the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil.** This will help the chicken flavor and tenderize it. - **Coat the chicken in a mixture of flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.** This will help the chicken to brown and crispy. - **Bake the chicken at a high temperature.** This will help the chicken to cook quickly and evenly. - **Serve the chicken with a dipping sauce.** This will add extra flavor and moisture to the chicken.

Conclusion:

Baked almond chicken is an easy and delicious Chinese dish that you can easily make at home. It is a great dish for a weeknight meal or for a party. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your baked almond chicken turns out perfect every time.

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