Best Mediterranean Crusted Chicken Recipes

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MEDITERRANEAN CRUSTED CHICKEN



Mediterranean Crusted Chicken image

A deliciously rich chicken entree that is best served with mild side dishes such as sauteed vegetables and French bread. This chicken has a great fresh basil flavor.

Provided by Suzanne

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup crushed saltine crackers
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
2 pounds skinless chicken thighs
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the egg and heavy cream and beat together well. In a separate medium bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, cheese, basil, garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Rinse chicken and pat dry. Dip each piece into the egg wash and then dredge liberally in the cracker crumb mixture. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Fry the chicken in the oil for 5 minutes per side, or until both sides are golden brown and crusty. Place chicken in a 9x13 baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Bake, covered, at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake, uncovered, for 15 to 20 more minutes, or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 186.7 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 326 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

MEDITERRANEAN CRUSTED CHICKEN



Mediterranean Crusted Chicken image

Skinless chicken thighs crusted with a mixture of saltine cracker crumbs, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil and garlic powder make this a delicious entree you will be proud to serve to family and friends. Found on Allrecipes.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup crushed saltine crackers
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
2 lbs skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the egg and cream and beat well.
  • In a pie plate or flat bowl, combine cracker crumbs, cheese, basil, garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Rinse chicken and pat dry.
  • Dip each piece into the egg mixture and then dredge in the crumb mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken for 5 minutes per side or until crusty and golden brown.
  • Place chicken in a 9x13 baking pan and cover with foil.
  • Bake covered for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake for 15 more minutes or until juices of chicken run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619.6, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 287.5, Sodium 508.1, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 51.2

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