Best 8 Smoky Almond Chicken Recipes

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Smoky almond chicken is an exquisite dish that tantalizes the taste buds with a combination of smoky, nutty, and savory flavors. The allure of this delectable dish lies in the captivating interplay of textures, where tender chicken is enveloped in a luscious sauce, while crunchy almonds add a satisfying contrast. Whether you prefer a mildly smoky flavor or a more pronounced one, this dish can be tailored to your preferences, ensuring an exceptional culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUICK ALMOND CHICKEN STIR-FRY



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"I make this dish often because it is so quick and easy to prepare," writes Darlene Brenden from Salem, Oregon. "My family likes the flavor the sugar snap peas and almonds add. Sometimes I top it with chow mein noodles for extra crunch."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup whole unblanched almonds
1/4 cup canola oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 package (14 ounces) frozen sugar snap peas
Hot cooked pasta or rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook almonds in oil for 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, honey and ginger until smooth; add to chicken mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; add in peas. Cook and stir until heated through. Serve with pasta or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 35g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 871mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

BALSAMIC ALMOND CHICKEN



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Brown sugar and balsamic vinegar lend a sweet and subtly tangy flavor to this tender almond-crusted chicken dish. Lisa Ruehlow - Blaine, MN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup ground almonds
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine almonds and flour. In another shallow bowl, whisk eggs. Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Dip chicken in eggs; then coat with almond mixture. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until juices run clear., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, broth, vinegar and brown sugar until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 169mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SMOKY ALMOND CHICKEN



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Oh yum - and this is low calorie and good for you! From Feb 2007 Goodhousekeeping and the supermarket diet.

Provided by MA HIKER

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup salted almond, smoked
1 slice white bread, lightly toasted and torn into pieces
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup barbecue sauce (sweet baby ray's)
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In food processor, pulse almonds, bread, and pepper until coarsely chopped; transfer to waxed paper.
  • In pie plate, mix sour cream with 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce.
  • Dip chicken into sour-cream mixture, then into almond mixture to coat, firmly pressed so mixture adheres; arrange on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake until chicken looses its pink color throughout, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.6, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 74.3, Sodium 438.7, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 32.6

CHICKEN SALAD TEA SANDWICHES WITH SMOKED ALMONDS



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Categories     Sandwich     Chicken     Poach     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Almond     Chill     Tarragon     Shallot     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly

Yield Makes 24 tea sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups chicken broth or water
2 whole boneless chicken breasts with skin (about 1 1/2 pounds), halved
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup minced shallot
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon leaves
24 very thin slices homemade-type white bread
1/2 cup finely chopped smoked almonds (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a deep 12-inch skillet bring broth or water to a boil and add chicken breasts in one layer. Reduce heat and poach chicken at a bare simmer, turning once, 7 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and cool chicken in cooking liquid 20 minutes. Discard skin and shred chicken fine.
  • In a bowl stir together chicken, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, shallot, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Make 12 sandwiches with chicken salad and bread, pressing together gently. With a 2-inch round cutter cut 2 rounds from each sandwich.
  • Put almonds on a small plate and spread edges of rounds with remaining 1/2 cup mayonnaise to coat well. Roll edges in almonds. Sandwiches may be made 2 hours ahead, wrapped in plastic wrap, and chilled.

CHICKEN SALAD SPREAD WITH SMOKED ALMONDS



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Looking for a subtly seasoned, special occasion tea sandwich? I think you'll find this one will be a popular addition to your cold tray offerings. I have confidently served this at bridal showers and and family parties with many a request for this simple but tasty recipe.

Provided by mrspotter

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 24 tea sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups chicken broth
2 whole boneless chicken breasts, cut in half, skin on
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup minced shallot
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon leaves
24 slices of crustless white bread, thin slices or 12 halved croissants
1/2 cup finely chopped smoked almonds

Steps:

  • Bring broth or water to a boil in a large skillet and add chicken breasts.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and poach chicken, turning once, for about 7 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and leave chicken in broth as it cools for about 20 minutes.
  • Discard the skin and finely shred the chicken into a bowl.
  • Stir together chicken, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, shallot, tarragon, and seasoning to taste.
  • Make 12 sandwiches with chicken salad and bread, pressing together gently. With a 2-inch round cutter, cut 2 rounds from each sandwich.
  • Spread edges of rounds with remaining 1/2 cup mayonnaise to coat well and then roll the edges in the chopped almonds.
  • If you decide to use croissants you may prefer to add the chopped almonds directly to the chicken mixture.
  • These sandwiches may be made 2 hours ahead, wrapped, and chilled.

SMOKY CHICKEN SPREAD



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The unique smoky flavor in this spread comes from smoked almonds. It turns your favorite crackers into a hearty snack. Don't expect many leftovers! -Mary Beth Wagner, Rio, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups finely chopped cooked chicken
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup coarsely chopped smoked almonds
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. Stir in chicken, celery and almonds. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours., Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH SMOKED ALMONDS



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I just love chicken with tarragon. Smoked almonds just adds another dimension to an already extra-ordinary chicken salad!

Provided by Grace Lynn

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups cooked chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup minced shallot
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon leaf
1/3 cup coarsely chopped smoked almonds
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Stir first 4 ingredients together in a bowl.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss in smoked almonds right before serving.
  • This can be served as a sandwich or serve it on top of any kind of salad you wish.
  • I prefer baby greens.

CHICKEN SALAD TEA SANDWICHES WITH SMOKED ALMONDS



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Categories     Bread     Salad     Sandwich     Tea     Chicken     Poach     Low Fat     Almond     Simmer     Boil

Yield Makes 24 Tea Sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups chicken broth or water
2 whole boneless chicken breasts with skin (about 1 1/2 pounds), halved
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon leaves
24 very thin slices homemade-type white bread
1/2 cup finely chopped smoked almonds (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a deep 12-inch skillet, bring the broth or water to a boil and add the chicken breasts in one layer. Reduce the heat and poach the chicken at a bare simmer, turning once, 7 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and cool the chicken in the cooking liquid 20 minutes. Discard the skin and shred the chicken fine.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the chicken, 1/2 cup of the mayonnaise, the shallot, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Make 12 sandwiches with the chicken salad and bread, pressing together gently. With a 2-inch round cutter, cut 2 rounds from each sandwich.
  • Put the almonds on a small plate and spread the edges of the rounds with the remaining 1/2 cup mayonnaise to coat well. Roll the edges in the almonds.
  • Do ahead
  • The SANDWICHES may be made 2 hours ahead, wrapped in plastic wrap, and chilled.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Choose almonds that are lightly toasted and not too oily. Use low-sodium soy sauce and dark brown sugar to balance the flavors.
  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken and make it more tender.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Just be sure to cook it until it is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables. It also goes well with a dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, hoisin sauce, or sweet and sour sauce.

Conclusion:

Smoky almond chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the smoky almond sauce is the perfect complement. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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