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Pistachio Crusted Chicken Recipe
5 from 18 votes

Pistachio Crusted Chicken Recipe

This Pistachio Crusted Chicken features boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated with a crunchy mixture of finely chopped pistachios and seasoned panko breadcrumbs, held together with a layer of honey mustard. Baking at 400 degrees ensures the chicken cooks through with a golden, nutty crust that adds a satisfying texture contrast. This recipe is practical for those who want a flavorful chicken dish with a nut crust offering a tender interior and crisp exterior.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 338 kcal
Course: Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup pistachios shelled
  • ¾ cup panko bread crumbs Italian; seasoned
  • 4 chicken breast not too thick, about 5 oz. each, boneless, skinless, or fillets
  • 3 tbsp. honey mustard
  • cooking spray

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Place the pistachios in a food processor and pulse until they turn into small crumbs. Pour the pistachios into a shallow dish. Add the panko and toss to combine.
  3. Pat any excess moisture off of the chicken breasts using paper towels. Brush the honey mustard onto both sides of the chicken breasts (or you could rub it on if you don’t have a brush). One at a time, place a chicken breast into the dish with the pistachio mixture. Press the pistachios into the chicken until the chicken is well coated on all sides. Discard the extra pistachio mixture.
  4. Place the chicken on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with cooking spray or lined with parchment paper. Bake until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear (about 25 to 35 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts).

Notes

  • Use chicken breasts about 1-1/2 inches thick to ensure even cooking without burning the pistachio crust.
  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels before applying honey mustard and pistachio coating for better adhesion.
  • Discard any unused pistachio mixture to prevent burning during baking.
  • Spray or line the baking sheet to avoid sticking and help the crust crisp properly.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1chicken breast Calories 338kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 23.1g (8%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 13.1g (20%) Saturated Fat 1.9g (10%) Fiber 2g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 338

% Daily Value*

Serving 1chicken breast
Calories 338kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 23.1g 8%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 13.1g 20%
Saturated Fat 1.9g 10%
Fiber 2g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.