Keto Pistachio-Crusted Chicken
Elevate your next meal with this Keto Pistachio-Crusted Chicken, where juicy chicken is wrapped in a finely crushed pistachio coating for an unexpected burst of flavor.
Servings 4 people
Calories 370 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts boneless, sliced in half
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 egg white
- 1 cup pistachios unsalted, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees C.
- Season 2 boneless chicken breasts with 1 pinch sea salt and 1 pinch black pepper.2 boneless chicken breasts, 1 pinch sea salt, 1 pinch black pepper
- In medium bowl, beat 1 egg white until frothy.1 egg white
- Dip chicken into egg white mixture, then coat with 1 cup pistachios.1 cup pistachios
- In oven-safe skillet, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat.3 tablespoons olive oil
- Add coated chicken to skillet and cook for about five minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
- Remove from oven and let rest for five minutes, then garnish with 1 tablespoon fresh parsley before serving.1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Notes
- Use a food processor or rolling pin to crush pistachios into small, fine pieces.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, or Dijon mustard to the egg-white mixture for added flavor.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving for a zesty finish.
Nutrition
Calories: 370kcal | Net carbs: 6g | Fat: 30g | Protein: 19g