Description
Pistachio Crusted Chicken Breast is a juicy, flavorful chicken dish with a crunchy pistachio-parmesan crust. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant meals, offering a nutty twist on classic breaded chicken. Serve it with fresh veggies or a light salad for a satisfying, protein-packed plate.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts
1 cup shelled pistachios
0.5 cup flour
2 eggs, beaten
0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Instructions
1. Pulse pistachios or crush in a zip-top bag until coarse. Mix with parmesan, salt, and pepper.
2. Set up dredging bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with pistachio mixture.
3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in egg, and coat with pistachio mixture.
4. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
5. Transfer to 375°F (190°C) oven and bake 10–15 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with lemon or yogurt-herb sauce.
Notes
For best texture, avoid microwaving leftovers.
Air fryer option: cook at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
Pairs well with lemony couscous or arugula salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Chicken
- Method: Pan-sear + Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg
Keywords: chicken, pistachio crust, easy dinner