Coated with a special blend of superfood-favorites, this unique baked chicken puts a grown-up spin on traditional fried poultry. Using quinoa, walnuts and a few simple spices, the nutrient-rich breading comes together in just minutes and will keep you feeling fuller longer. Plus, since it’s gluten-free, this recipe is great for sharing with any foodie in your life.
Quinoa-Walnut Crusted Chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 412 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. organic chicken breast cut into 2”x3” pieces
- 1 Tbsp. Nutiva Organic Coconut Oil with Buttery Flavor
Breading
- 1 cup walnuts blended into flour consistency
- 2 Tbsp. uncooked quinoa
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. turmeric
- 1 tsp. dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Using buttery coconut oil, grease baking tray.
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In large bowl, combine breading ingredients. Working one at a time, dip chicken into breading. If breading doesn’t stick, wet chicken.
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Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown and chicken is cooked through.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Quinoa-Walnut Crusted Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 412
Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 6g30%
Cholesterol 73mg24%
Sodium 256mg11%
Potassium 787mg22%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 5g20%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 30g60%
Vitamin A 81IU2%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 84mg8%
Iron 6mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.