WALNUT-CRUSTED CHICKEN BREASTS

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Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, walnuts add richness to this light breading. The coating keeps the chicken moist. A seasonal green salad goes well with this. Recipe is from Martha Stewart.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 slices whole wheat bread, dried
1/3 cup walnuts
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
coarse salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 large egg white
4 (6 -8 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil or 1 tablespoon canola oil
lemon slice, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • In a food processor, combine bread, walnuts, and Parmesan; season with salt and pepper.
  • Process until fine bread crumbs form.
  • Transfer to a shallow bowl.
  • In another shallow bowl, beat egg white, letting excess drip off, and then into crumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Dip each breast into egg white, letting excess drip off, and then into crumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
  • In large nonstick ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, 1-3 minutes.
  • Carefully turn chicken over and put skillet in oven.
  • Bake until chicken is golden brown and cooked through, 8-12 minutes.
  • Serve chicken with lemon slices and a salad.

Kamiyah Andrade
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This recipe is a must-try for any chicken lover. The walnut crust is a real game-changer, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend it!


HEPPY BTL
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I love the use of walnuts in this recipe. It gives the chicken a unique and delicious flavor that I haven't tasted before.


Rupton BD
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the walnut crust is always crispy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Isaiah Toledo
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This recipe is definitely a keeper! The chicken was moist and tender, and the walnut crust added a nice crunch. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a perfect meal.


Ahmed Dhuddi
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I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The walnut crust was surprisingly delicious, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Ffiza Ali
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Overall, this is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


Natasha Sibanda
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The walnut crust was a bit too thick for my taste, but the chicken was still very good.


Esihle Masina
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Easy to follow and turned out great!


Kah mathar Amaazee
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the walnut crust was crunchy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Rapi
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OMG! This recipe is a total game-changer! The walnut crust added such a unique and delicious flavor to the chicken. My family loved it, and I'm definitely adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.