This delectable paleo almond chicken dish is a delicious entree that easily fits a paleo lifestyle or even a keto diet plan! Tender chicken breast halves are pounded to an ideal thickness and then coated in a savory blend of almond butter, homemade mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, and cilantro. Plus, each piece of chicken is topped with a sprinkle of slivered almonds which adds just the right amount of crunch to every bite.
Almond Chicken Recipe
While chicken can sometimes be a dry meat, the almond butter and mayonnaise mixture impart a rich and savory flavor that makes each bite exceptionally moist and heavenly. Since almond chicken is also paleo and keto compliant, it's easy to serve any weeknight.
For the perfect complement to this mouth-watering chicken recipe, consider serving it alongside some delicious asparagus soup. You can also serve with more traditional roasted vegetables, or just a side of paleo mashed cauliflower.
Ingredients
Serves: 4 Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 25 min
• 4 boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 2 tablespoon homemade mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoon slivered almonds
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
How to Make Paleo Almond Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Place each boneless chicken breast half between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them until they are approximately ¼" thin.
In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of almond butter, 2 tablespoons of homemade mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro.
Grease a baking sheet and place the chicken breasts on it. Start with a teaspoon each of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and continue seasoning to taste on both sides. Spread the almond butter and mayonnaise mixture evenly on top.
Sprinkle each chicken breast with 2 tablespoons of slivered almonds. Bake for about 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches a minimum of 165°F and is no longer pink.
More Paleo Chicken Recipes
Your paleo menu may need more variety, and this list will do just that. Chicken doesn't have to be boring at all! Just use the ideas below to create a flavor packed menu that is going to be a huge hit at the dinner table. Take a moment to bookmark your favorites, print out the recipes, or pin them to Pinterest to make soon!
- Peruvian-Style Grilled Chicken Recipe
- Slow-Cooked Jerk-Style Chicken Recipe
- Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
- Braised Chicken With Fennel And Sweet Potatoes Recipe
- Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Legs Recipe
- Roasted Chicken Legs With Vegetable Kabobs Recipe
📖 Recipe
Paleo Almond Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless, halved to create 4 pieces
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon slivered almonds
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 375 F (190 C).
- Cover each boneless chicken breast half with two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them until their thickness is approximately ¼ cup.2 chicken breasts
- In a bowl, mix 1 tablespoon almond butter, 2 tablespoons homemade mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro.1 tablespoon almond butter, 2 tablespoon mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, 2 tablespoon cilantro
- Coat a baking sheet with non-stick spray or grease and place the seasoned chicken breasts on top. Evenly spread the almond butter and mayonnaise mixture on top. Start with a teaspoon each of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.2 tablespoon slivered almonds, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Place 2 tablespoons of slivered almonds on top of each chicken breast. Bake for around 25 minutes or until there is no pink inside and it reaches a minimum temperature of 165 F . If necessary, add more salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Replace the chicken breasts with pounded thin chicken thighs if you prefer a more moist piece of meat.
- Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safety before serving.
- Use homemade mayonnaise or your favorite paleo brand of mayonnaise.
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