Julie's Almond Chicken

Experience the irresistible flavors of Julie's Almond Chicken, a simple yet elegant dish that combines tender, pan-seared chicken breasts with a velvety cream sauce infused with garlic and topped with crunchy sliced almonds. This recipe brings together pantry staples like all-purpose flour, chicken broth, and a touch of heavy cream to create a dish that feels gourmet without the fuss. The secret touch of freshly chopped parsley adds brightness, making this creamy almond chicken perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan masterpiece is best served with rice or steamed vegetables to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce. If you’re looking for an easy chicken recipe that’s loaded with flavor, Julie's Almond Chicken is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Stir in the sliced almonds and return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Garnish the chicken with chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1263.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2644.1

Total Fat 151.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 773.6mg	0%
Sodium 3480.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.0g
Protein 240.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 351.7mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 2698.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 37.2%

Carbs: 10.0%