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Paleo Almond Chicken

Try our Paleo Almond Chicken recipe! Crispy almond-crusted chicken with a hint of paprika and garlic, perfect for a healthy and delicious dinner.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Paleo Almond Chicken, paleo chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 246kcal
Cost $15

Ingredients

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. 

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg