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**Almond Crusted Chicken with Strawberry Balsamic Sauce: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Tangy Flavors**

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of flavors. The almond-crusted chicken, a delectable centerpiece, is enveloped in a golden-brown crust of finely chopped almonds, providing a delightful textural contrast to the tender and juicy chicken beneath. This delectable dish is further elevated by a luscious strawberry balsamic sauce, a vibrant symphony of sweet strawberries, tangy balsamic vinegar, and a hint of aromatic herbs. The result is an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

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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

ALMOND CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH A STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC SAUCE



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Almonds are loaded with good fats that keep you full longer and are bursting with vitamin E, an antioxidant that bolsters the immune system. The combination of the tender and crunchy almond crust combined with a savory strawberry sauce is definitely a winner! A subtle hint of balsamic vinegar adds a nice extra layer of flavor.

Provided by Cheese Please

Categories     High Protein

Time 40m

Yield 4 pieces, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup almonds
1 egg white
1 cup fresh strawberries, rinsed and stems removed
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/8 cup chicken broth (potentially more if sauce requires)
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (2 sprigs of fresh rosemary)

Steps:

  • Preheat the over to 350. In a food processor, process almonds for 1-2 minutes to a chunky bread crumb consistency. Set aside.
  • Lightly pound chicken breast into 1/2" - 1" pieces. The easiest way to do this is to cover the chicken breast with saran wrap using the smooth side of a kitchen mallet.
  • Dip chicken into a bowl containing the egg white, followed by dipping the chicken into the almond mixture. Coat each chicken breast with almond crumbs on each side. Place is a glass baking dish. Bake chicken for 30-35 minutes.
  • For the strawberry sauce, combine the strawberries, sugar, and balsamic in a food processor. Place strawberry mixture in a stove top pan and add chicken broth, cornstarch and rosemary. Bring to a low boil and then reduce heat. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Top tender chicken breasts with the strawberry balsamic sauce and garnish with extra fresh rosemary. Bon Appetit!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.1, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 234, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 6.4, Protein 30

ALMOND CHICKEN & STRAWBERRY-BALSAMIC SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
1/3 cup unblanched almonds, coarsely ground
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
Butter-flavored cooking spray
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup strawberry preserves
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the bread crumbs, almonds, salt and pepper. Add chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. In a large nonstick skillet coated with butter-flavored spray, cook chicken in 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, cook shallots in remaining oil until tender. Stir in the broth, preserves, vinegar and rosemary. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5-6 minutes or until thickened. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add spinach; cover and boil for 3-5 minutes or until wilted. Drain; serve with chicken and sauce. Yield: 4 servings.

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.

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.

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken stays moist and juicy, do not overcook it. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C) before removing it from the heat.
  • For a crispier crust, use a mixture of almond flour and breadcrumbs. You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese to the coating for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar on hand, you can substitute another type of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar. However, balsamic vinegar has a unique sweetness and complexity that pairs particularly well with the strawberries in the sauce.
  • To make a thicker sauce, you can simmer it for a few minutes longer until it reduces and thickens. You can also add a cornstarch slurry (a mixture of cornstarch and water) to thicken the sauce quickly.

Conclusion:

Almond-crusted chicken with a strawberry balsamic sauce is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The chicken is crispy and juicy, and the sauce is sweet and tangy with a hint of strawberry flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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