Mediterranean Diet Pecan Crusted Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Mediterranean Diet Pecan Crusted Chicken recipe, a healthy twist on classic comfort food. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a crunchy, nutrient-rich blend of pecans, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese, infused with aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. A zesty marinade of olive oil and lemon juice ensures every bite is moist and succulent while enhancing the Mediterranean flavors. Oven-baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad, making it a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Perfect for those seeking Mediterranean diet recipes with a gourmet flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup pecans
- 0.5 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Place the pecans in a food processor and pulse until they are finely chopped. Transfer to a shallow dish.
Add the whole wheat breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, thyme, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the pecans and mix well to combine.
In another shallow dish, combine the extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. Mix well.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Dip each piece of chicken into the olive oil and lemon juice mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
Then, press the chicken into the pecan mixture, turning to coat both sides evenly. Place each crusted chicken breast onto the prepared baking sheet.
Once all chicken breasts are coated, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the pecan-crusted chicken with a side of your choice, such as steamed vegetables or a fresh garden salad, to complete your Mediterranean Diet-friendly meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.1 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2418 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 239.6 g | 479% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 432 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 709 mg | 15% | |
*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.
