Almond Crusted Chicken
1 cup almond flour
1 tsp. garlic powder
11⁄2 tsp.finely grated lemon peel
(lemon zest)
1⁄2 tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
1⁄2 tsp. ground black pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1⁄4 cup water
6 (4-oz.) raw chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided use
6 cups raw mixed vegetables
Fresh parsley (for garnish; optional)
- Preheat oven to 425° F.
- Combine almond flour, garlic powder, lemon peel, salt, and pepper in a
shallow dish; mix well. Set aside.
- Combine egg and water in a shallow dish; whisk to blend.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture; dredge in flour mixture until evenly coated. Set aside.
- Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in large, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken breasts; cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
- Place skillet in oven; bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of each chicken breast reads 165° F.
- While chicken is baking, heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add vegetables; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Serve one chicken breast and 1 cup vegetables per serving garnished with parsley, if desired.
Source: Fixate Cooking Show
Portion Containers: 1 Red, 1 Blue, 1 Spoon