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Mediterranean Crusted Chicken

By: Suzanne 
"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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (34)

What to Drink?

Wine Chardonnay
Prep Time:
45 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 5 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup crushed saltine crackers
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 409 | Total Fat: 25.4g | Cholesterol: 191mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2005 by LIZZIEFLEE   view full review
As a Weight Watcher, I was concerned about the number of POINTS values this recipe had...it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2004 by SHERRIBERRI519   view full review
This is the best chicken recipe! It tastes just like something you'd get at an Italian...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 7, 2003 by TFUGAMI1   view full review
Tasty chicken recipe, the breading mixture comes out nice and crispy. I added 1/4 cup more...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2003 by THEEVOYS   view full review
Was a very nice and tasty chicken dish. Next time I will add a bit more salt to the breading...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 8, 2004 by KSHERI   view full review
This tastes like something you could get in a restaurant! I used boneless skinless chicken...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2003 by ferrermartinez   view full review
My and I both loved this. It was easy to prepare, although next time I'll probably do the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2003 by RYAN MORGAN   view full review
Great recipe!! I made this scrumptious dish at the fire house and all the guys loved it. My...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2005 by BOBOYSPDJ   view full review
This was awesome! I loved it. I didn't use regular saltine crackers though. I used Keebler...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2007 by ThreebyFiver   view full review
The flavor is great and the crispiness is something to behold. However, as leftovers all of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2005 by MONICAM863   view full review
I thought the chicken itself had no flavor and was dry. Maybe I cooked it too long, although...

 

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