Heart-Healthy Crunchy Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this 'Heart-Healthy Crunchy Chicken' recipe, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Featuring boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated in a unique blend of almonds, rolled oats, and whole wheat flour, this baked dish delivers irresistible crunch without the guilt. Seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of black pepper, each bite packs big flavor with minimal salt—perfect for those seeking heart-smart meals. Instead of traditional frying, the chicken is golden-crusted in the oven using a spritz of olive oil cooking spray, making it light yet utterly satisfying. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with protein and fiber, this wholesome recipe is ideal for family dinners or meal prep. Serve it alongside a vibrant green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete, heart-healthy feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup almonds
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 0.25 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.75 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 bottle olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place almonds and rolled oats into a food processor and pulse until they reach a coarse, breadcrumb-like consistency. Be careful not to over-process.
Transfer the almond-oat mixture to a shallow dish and mix in the whole wheat flour, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
Pour the low-fat buttermilk into another shallow dish.
Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, ensuring it is fully coated.
Then, dredge the chicken in the almond-oat mixture, pressing down gently to make sure the coating adheres well.
Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the top of each chicken breast with olive oil cooking spray to help achieve a golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden brown.
Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy crunchy chicken warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.9 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 599 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 1304 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 261.8 g | 524% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 714 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2447 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
