Peanut-Crusted Chicken
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With the flavors of ginger, honey and garlic, this aromatic chicken from our Test Kitchen is sure to please. Crunchy peanuts and panko make it a crispy favorite you'll rely on again and again.
SERVINGS: 4
CATEGORY: Lower Fat
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 20 min. + marinating Bake: 25 min.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped unsalted peanuts
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
In another large resealable plastic bag, combine the bread crumbs, peanuts, paprika and pepper. Drain and discard marinade. Add chicken to crumb mixture, one piece at a time, and shake to coat.
Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until juices run clear. Yield: 4 servings.