Walnut Herb Crusted Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Walnut Herb Crusted Chicken, a gourmet-inspired dish that's surprisingly simple to make. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are coated in a golden crust made from finely ground walnuts, crispy Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fragrant fresh herbs like parsley and thyme. This robustly flavorful recipe is perfect for those who want a crunchy, nutty texture without deep frying, as the chicken is baked to perfection in the oven. With a quick 15-minute prep time and approachable ingredients, it’s a great option for busy cooks looking to add a touch of sophistication to their meals. Serve this delightful dish alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a refreshing green salad for a complete meal that’s both wholesome and indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Place the walnuts in a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Be careful not to over-process; you want a breadcrumb-like texture.
In a shallow dish, combine the ground walnuts, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
In a separate shallow dish, beat the eggs until well combined.
In a third shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Lightly coat each piece in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Dip each floured chicken breast into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
Press each chicken breast into the walnut and herb mixture, coating evenly on all sides. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks.
Arrange the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle them lightly with olive oil to help the coating crisp up in the oven.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3372 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.8 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.8 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 56.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1059 mg | 353% | |
| Sodium | 5407 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 307.9 g | 616% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1628 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2836 mg | 60% | |
*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.
