ALMOND CHICKEN & STRAWBERRY-BALSAMIC SAUCE

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Crispy chicken with a sweet-tart sauce is served alongside wilted spinach for this special meal. I created the recipe many years ago for a contest, and it won the grand prize! It's easy to make and comes off as very elegant. -Virginia Anthony, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup panko 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)
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 shallow dish, combine the bread crumbs, almonds, salt and pepper. Add chicken, one piece at a time, and turn to coat. , In a large nonstick skillet, 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Gayle Johnson
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never had chicken with strawberries before.


Jamil Ahmed
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I'm intrigued by the combination of strawberries and balsamic vinegar. I'll have to try this recipe.


Yt Tana
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This recipe is right up my alley. I love chicken and strawberries!


Raja ram Gurung
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I can't wait to make this dish. It looks so good!


Huda Aisha
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This recipe is a must-try for any chicken lover!


For Hacking
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Umi Basnet
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This recipe gets two thumbs up from me!


Anees Mahi
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Yum!


Mzz Mamat
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This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so delicious! I'm definitely going to be making it again. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


Lightwell Hampongo (Mpundu)
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful. I love that it's a relatively healthy dish, too.


Seba Pro
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chicken turned out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong. The sauce was delicious, though.


Regina Austin
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This recipe was a little too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar in the sauce. However, the chicken was cooked perfectly, and the almonds added a nice crunch.


Sm Shuvo
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I'm not a huge fan of strawberries, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The strawberries added a subtle sweetness to the dish that I really enjoyed. The chicken was also cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.


Tiko
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with everyone at the table.


Ever Cynthia Mandoka
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the strawberries and the tanginess of the balsamic vinegar were a perfect match for the savory chicken. The almonds added a nice texture, and the sauce was so good that I could have ea


Mo Ail
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This almond chicken with strawberry balsamic sauce was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was sweet and tangy. The almonds added a nice crunch, and the strawberries gave it a unique flavor. I will definitely be maki