A family favorite in my house, this easy recipe is sure to become a new go-to entree for you and all those around your dinner table.
My toddler son would probably love to eat chicken nuggets every day, but this recipe is as great swap because it adds in some extra antioxidants from the pistachios while keeping the crunchy and crispy outside we all crave, while staying tender and juicy on the inside.
In total, this dish packs a serious punch with 40 grams of protein per serving. And since this recipe serves four people, it’s meant to be shared with those you love. So whether it’s a quick weeknight meal for yourself or a weekend serving for all your guests, the Wonderful Pistachios Coconut Crusted Chicken is a yummy recipe for everyone.
AND my favorite part about this recipe?! It takes just 35 minutes from start to finish.
Enjoy!
Wonderful Pistachios Coconut Crusted Chicken
Serves 4Â
Prep Time: 10 minutes / Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Lightly Salted
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a blender, pulse the pistachios a few times, until ground into a coarse powder. Add the parmesan cheese, thyme, and rosemary and pulse again until it is finely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a plate.
- In a bowl, mix the coconut flour, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip the chicken breasts in the flour and roll to coat. Dip the chicken in the eggs, shaking off any excess. Roll in the pistachio-parmesan mixture and place on a baking sheet. Repeat with all of the chicken.Â
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping once about halfway through, until browned and cooked through.
Nutritional Details (per serving)
Calories: 462, Total fat: 20g; Saturated Fat: 8g; Cholesterol: 167mg; Sodium: 343mg; Total Carbohydrates: 20g; Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 40g
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