Pistachio Crusted Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 3/4 inch thick)
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 3 Tbsp peach jam or preserves
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 2/3 cup lightly salted shelled pistachios (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper OR red pepper flakes
• chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large shallow bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, peach jam, olive oil and lemon juice. Add chicken pieces turning to coat. Cover and chill for 1-2 hours.

2. 2

   In a shallow bowl whisk together pistachios, Italian breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic salt, and black pepper. Set aside.

3. 3

   Preheat the air fryer to 360°F. Remove chicken breasts from marinate allowing excess to drip off. Transfer to the breadcrumb bowl and thoroughly coat both sides of the chicken pressing breading to adhere.

4. 4

   Spritz air fryer rack with cooking spray. Arrange chicken breasts in air fryer and cook for 9 minutes on each side, turning halfway through. To confirm chicken is completely cooked test internal temperature with a meat thermometer. (165°F)

5. 5

   Remove from the air fryer and rest for 3-5 minutes, then serve garnished with parsley, if desired.

6. 6

   Note: If making more than two chicken breasts, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer.

7. 7

   Pistachio Crusted Chicken Oven Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Fit a rimmed sheet pan with an oven safe rack or use a broiler pan. Spray liberally with cooking spray.Prepare chicken breasts per the recipe. Place onto the rack or pan.Bake for 25-35 minutes or until the juices run clear and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. (Adjust time depending on the thickness of the chicken pieces) Let stand for 5 minutes, then serve.