Heart-Healthy Crunchy Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this Heart-Healthy Crunchy Chicken recipe, a guilt-free twist on classic comfort food! Bursting with flavor and texture, this dish features boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated in a wholesome, nutrient-packed crust made from almonds, rolled oats, and whole wheat flour. Infused with the warm spices of garlic powder and paprika, and baked to golden perfection with a light olive oil spray, this recipe skips the frying for a lighter, heart-smart alternative. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make dish comes together in just 45 minutes and delivers a satisfying crunch while keeping cholesterol in check. Serve it alongside your favorite veggies or a fresh salad for a balanced, protein-packed meal the whole family will love. Try this oven-baked, crispy chicken recipe today and enjoy nutritious comfort food that doesn’t skimp on taste!
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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
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
Transfer the almond-oat mixture to a shallow dish and mix in the whole wheat flour, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
Step 4
Pour the low-fat buttermilk into another shallow dish.
Step 5
Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, ensuring it is fully coated.
Step 6
Then, dredge the chicken in the almond-oat mixture, pressing down gently to make sure the coating adheres well.
Step 7
Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Lightly spray the top of each chicken breast with olive oil cooking spray to help achieve a golden crust.
Step 9
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.
Step 10
Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy crunchy chicken warm!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1299.3 grams (1299.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2352 |
| Total Fat 100.90g | 129% |
| Saturated Fat 13.40g | 67% |
| Cholesterol 599mg | 200% |
| Sodium 1304mg | 57% |
| Total Carbohydrate 90.00g | 33% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.10g | 100% |
| Total Sugars 14.20g | |
| Protein 261.80g | 524% |
| Vitamin D 102IU | 511% |
| Calcium 714mg | 55% |
| Iron 16mg | 91% |
| Potassium 2447mg | 52% |
Source of Calories