Quick Almond Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Quick Almond Chicken recipe—an effortless yet flavor-packed dish that's ready in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender strips of seasoned chicken sautéed to golden perfection, this recipe combines a luscious honey-soy garlic sauce thickened to silky smoothness with a cornstarch slurry. Topped with crunchy, toasted sliced almonds for added texture and a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a burst of vibrant flavor, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and nutty. Serve over steamed rice or alongside crisp vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal that's sure to impress. Perfect for busy evenings, this quick and easy almond chicken recipe is a crowd-pleaser that's both comfort food and dinner party-worthy!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cups Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 cups Sliced almonds
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and season them with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 3

Once the butter is melted, add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey into the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add this to the skillet, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly in the sauce. Allow it to simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 8

Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the chicken and cook for an additional minute to slightly toast the almonds.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	674.4 grams (674.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1298

Total Fat 69.70g	89%
Saturated Fat 16.00g	80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 327mg	109%
Sodium 2302mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 50.10g	18%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 36.60g
Protein 119.10g	238%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 199mg	15%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1457mg	31%

*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: 48.1%

Protein: 36.5%

Carbs: 15.4%