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Crispy, nutty, and loaded with nutrition! This easy-to-make baked pistachio chicken combines lean protein and the power of pistachios—rich in healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. Serve it with your favorite veggies and your choice of whole grains for a satisfying, nutritious twist on dinner!

Pistachio Chicken

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup shelled raw pistachio nuts
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, optional
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped, optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary chopped, optional
  • 4 (5-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Finely grind nuts in processor. Transfer to a shallow baking dish. Mix mustard, basil, dill and rosemary in medium bowl. Spread mustard mixture over both sides of each chicken breast. Dip chicken breasts into nut mixture, coating completely. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer chicken to a baking sheet. Bake chicken until cooked through, about 25 to 30 minutes.