Cashew Crusted Chicken
Cashew Crusted Chicken pairs juicy baked chicken breasts with a glossy apricot-Dijon glaze and a crunchy nut coating. The sweet-tangy sauce balances warm curry notes, while the cashews add buttery texture and toastiness. Ideal for a weeknight dinner when you want bold flavor and a satisfying contrast in every bite.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
In a large skillet, combine the preserves, mustard, and curry powder, then cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the preserves are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- 3
Put the cashews in a shallow dish or bowl. Dip the chicken breasts into the sauce in the skillet, roll them in the nuts to coat, and set them in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 4
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes. Boil any leftover sauce and serve it on the side with the baked chicken.
- Calories 617.2 kcal High
- Protein 46.74 g Good Source
- Carbs 67.63 g Moderate
- Total Fat 19.24 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.0 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 161.99 mg High
- Sodium 900.36 mg High
- Fiber 2.02 g Low Source
- Sugar 40.75 g High
- Added Sugar 1.29 g Low Source
- Calcium 20.0 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.24 mg Moderate
- Potassium 717.91 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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