Pistachio Chicken
Pistachio chicken is a flavorful and healthy twist on classic baked chicken, featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pistachio crust. Naturally gluten-free, simple to prepare, and perfect for both weeknight dinners and entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into strips (or chicken tenderloins)
Pure olive oil or avocado oil cooking spray
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces pistachios, roasted, salted, shelled (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Place pistachios in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped, resembling coarse crumbs.
- Season chicken strips with salt and black pepper.
- Press each piece of chicken into the crushed pistachios, coating all sides.
- Arrange coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Swap pistachios with almonds, cashews, or pecans for variety.
Add garlic powder or smoked paprika to the coating for extra flavor.
Serve with honey mustard, tzatziki, or yogurt-based dipping sauce.
For juicier results, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat in the oven for best texture; avoid microwaving to keep coating crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 6 ounces chicken with coating)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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