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Pistachio Crusted Chicken With Coriander Yogurt Sauce

Pistachio Crusted Chicken With Coriander Yogurt Sauce

Satisfy your cravings with this Pistachio Crusted Chicken With Coriander Yogurt Sauce. It's a crispy, flavorful dish that blends crunchy nuts with zesty yogurt, making for a delightful meal. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a simple weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup roasted pistachios
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 large egg white lightly beaten
  • 8 ounces chicken 2 small breasts
  • 4 cups cauliflower cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 cup cilantro roughly chopped, plus more for garnish
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste
  • to taste Fresh lime juice to taste
  • 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 lime Juice of half a lime
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • a pinch salt

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Food Processor

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and place a small cooling rack on top of a large baking sheet. Set aside.
  2. In a small food processor, grind the pistachios and a pinch of salt until the pistachios are broken down, but are still a little chunky. Place the pistachios onto a shallow plate with edges. Place the egg white into a medium bowl.
  3. Pat the chicken dry and place into the egg white, shaking off any excess. Then, place into the pistachios and gently roll around until the whole chicken breast is covered, lightly pressing to adhere. Place onto the wire rack and bake until the chicken is no longer pink inside and the outside is golden brown and crunchy, about 12-15 minutes.
  4. While the chicken cooks, place the cauliflower into a large food processor and process until it looks like rice.
  5. Place the cauliflower rice into a large bowl and microwave until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Toss with the cilantro and season to taste with salt, pepper, and fresh lime juice. Set aside.
  6. Whisk all the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl and drizzle over the cauliflower rice and chicken.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and DEVOUR.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze cooked chicken for up to three months. Just be sure to wrap it tightly.
  • Tip 3: This dish pairs wonderfully with a light salad or steamed vegetables.
  • Tip 4: Add more cayenne or even a splash of your favorite hot sauce to the yogurt sauce for an extra kick.
  • Tip 5: Substitute the chicken with firm tofu for a delightful vegetarian twist.