Almond-Crusted Chicken

This is a different way to prepare breaded chicken. In this recipe we incorporate almonds, which are a source of healthy fats. It’s very simple to prepare and truly has a delicious flavor. We can combine it with a carbohydrate source and vegetables of your preference.

Approximate Nutritional Content: recipe makes 2 servings, nutrition per serving

• Calories: 380 kcal.

• Grams of protein: 30 gr. equals 4 servings of protein

• Grams of fat: 20 gr. equals 4 servings of fat

• Grams of carbohydrate: 20 gr. equals 1.5 servings of carbohydrate

Note: nutritional information may vary according to the quantity and type of ingredients we use, as well as the serving size

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 egg

• 1/3 cup almond flour (processed almonds)

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon parsley

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Preparation:

• Place the chicken breasts in a bag and use a meat mallet to reduce their thickness (should be about 1/2 inch thick)

• In a shallow bowl, place the egg and beat it.

• In another bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, parsley, and salt.

• In a skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat.

• Dip each chicken breast in the egg, then coat with the flour mixture, and finally place in the skillet.

• Cook for approximately 2 minutes per side or until cooked through (this depends on the thickness of the chicken)

• Remove from heat and serve.

Bon appétit