Description
Indulge in a culinary delight with this Walnut Crusted Chicken with Sage, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a crunchy walnut and Parmesan crust. Enhanced with fresh sage, this dish delivers a symphony of flavors that will elevate your dining experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s an impressive yet easy recipe that will have your family and friends asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix walnuts, panko breadcrumbs, sage, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in olive oil before coating it evenly with the walnut mixture.
- Place the coated chicken into the prepared baking dish and drizzle with a bit more olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds. To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs. Pair with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.