Easy Chicken Almondine

Whip up an elegant yet fuss-free dinner with this Easy Chicken Almondine recipe, a classic blend of tender, pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a flavorful almond-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or a casual dinner party, this dish features buttery toasted almond slices, a zesty splash of lemon juice, and a light, savory chicken broth glaze that enhances every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like boneless chicken, fresh parsley, and pantry staples, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in under 35 minutes. Serve this rich and nutty chicken almondine with fluffy rice or crisp steamed vegetables to impress your family or guests with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cups almond slices
• 0.5 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and, if necessary, pound them to an even thickness of about 1 inch using a meat mallet.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, and set aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil. Once the butter is melted and sizzling, add the chicken breasts to the skillet.

Step 4

Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the almond slices and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant.

Step 6

Pour the chicken broth and lemon juice into the skillet with the toasted almonds. Simmer the mixture for 2 minutes, stirring to deglaze the pan and combine the flavors.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the almond sauce over the top. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the chicken with chopped parsley. Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1062.2 grams (1062.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2327

Total Fat 123.20g	158%
Saturated Fat 34.80g	174%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 685mg	228%
Sodium 3165mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 63.80g	23%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 3.70g
Protein 238.70g	477%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 271mg	21%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2573mg	55%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.8%

Protein: 41.2%

Carbs: 11.0%