Crispy Almond-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Broccoli
Golden-brown chicken breasts coated in a nutty almond flour crust, paired with perfectly roasted broccoli for a satisfying low-carb dinner. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 45 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, almond flour, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 4 chicken breasts dry, then in a shallow dish combine 1/2 cup almond flour, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: Toss 2 cups broccoli florets with 1 tbsp melted butter and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Spread on a baking sheet and roast alongside chicken for 12-15 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving with roasted broccoli.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Almond-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crispy Almond-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Broccoli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Almond-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Broccoli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crispy Almond-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Crispy Almond-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Broccoli low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.