PISTACHIO-CRUSTED CHICKEN BREASTS

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As a salesperson in the medical field, I'm often in hospitals during the lunch hour. One day, I was fortunate to sample this great dish. The chef wouldn't share the recipe, so I came up with my own tasty version.-Bibi Gromling, Flagler Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups pistachios, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, beaten
1/3 cup butter, cubed
SAUCE:
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups white wine or chicken broth
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-in. thickness. Sprinkle with salt and pepper., In a shallow bowl, combine pistachios and tarragon. Place flour and eggs in separate bowls. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in eggs and coat with pistachio mixture., In a large skillet, cook chicken in butter in batches over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, stir in flour until blended. Gradually add the wine, cream, tarragon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.

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Maqbool Ahmad shahid
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


blessedveteran
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This pistachio crusted chicken was easy to make and turned out great! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ronald Muyunga
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This pistachio crusted chicken was delicious! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Zubaidah Buba
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I made this pistachio crusted chicken for dinner last night and it was a hit! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


EvanTheGamer1325
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This pistachio crusted chicken was so good! The crust was perfectly crispy and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Jacob Fortune
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This pistachio crusted chicken was a hit with my family! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


1V4ArROW 124
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Bivon Aburi
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This pistachio crusted chicken was easy to make and turned out great! The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Gemma Sutton
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this pistachio crusted chicken was amazing! The crust was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Ali Jawad
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This pistachio crusted chicken was absolutely delicious! The crust was perfectly crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.