Almond Crusted Chicken with Cashew Butter and Roasted Cranberries Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup sliced almonds, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup Jif Cashew Butter
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 3 Tablespoons Greek yogurt
- olive oil
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 67g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 328 | |
| Calories from Fat 245 | 75% |
| Total Fat 28.14g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat 15.19g | 61% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 104mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs 18.09g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 6% |
| Sugars 9.02g | 6% |
| Protein 3.42g | 5% |
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