Almond Crusted Chicken

Here’s a delicious and simple Almond Crusted Chicken recipe — perfect for a healthy and flavorful main dish!

🥘 Almond Crusted Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 cup raw almonds (or almond meal)

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra flavor)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional, adds tang)

• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for pan frying or drizzling)

Instructions:

1. Prep Almond Coating:

   • In a food processor, pulse almonds until finely ground (like breadcrumbs, but with a bit of texture).

   • Mix ground almonds with Parmesan cheese (if using), garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.

2. Prepare Egg Wash:

   • In another shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and Dijon mustard.

3. Coat Chicken:

   • Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.

   • Dip each breast into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the almond mixture, pressing it on to stick well.

4. Cook:

   • Oven-Baked Method:
     Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken on a lined baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
     Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C), flipping once halfway through.

   • Pan-Fried Method:
     Heat 2–3 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

🥗 Serving Ideas:

• Serve with a lemon wedge, over a fresh arugula salad, or with roasted vegetables.

• Add a dipping sauce like honey mustard or garlic aioli for extra flavor.