Oven-Ready
Walnut-Crusted Chicken
with apricot glaze and buttered vegetables
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Walnuts), Milk, Eggs, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
Chef
David Welch
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 4)
- 20 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 20 oz. Mashed Potatoes
- 12 oz. Brussels Sprout & Carrot Medley
- 1 oz. Walnut Halves
- 1 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
- ½ oz. Apricot Preserves
- 0.44 oz. Mayonnaise
- ⅓ oz. Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp. Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories530
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Carbohydrates39g
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Net Carbs33g
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Fat25g
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Protein37g
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Sodium1340mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- Olive Oil
- Salted Butter
- Salt
- 2 Microwave-Safe Bowls
- 1 Microwave
- 1 Plate
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, follow same instructions.
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1 Prepare the Chicken
Finely crush walnuts.
Combine walnuts and pankoon a plate and spread into an even layer.Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with rotisserie chicken seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Evenly spread mayonnaise on one side of chicken. Place chicken, mayonnaise-side down, onto plate with walnut-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere. -
2 Bake the Vegetables and Chicken
Spray provided trays with cooking spray.
Place Brussels sprouts and carrot medley in one prepared tray and toss with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Spread into an even layer.Add chicken, walnut-panko-side up, to second prepared tray and spray with cooking spray.Bake both trays uncovered in hot oven until vegetables are tender and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 20-25 minutes.Carefully remove trays from oven and drain any excess liquid. Stir softened basil pesto butter into vegetables until melted and combined. Trays will be hot! Use a utensil.While vegetables and chicken bake, continue recipe. -
3 Heat Mashed Potatoes, Make Apricot Glaze, and Finish Meal
Add mashed potatoes to a microwave-safe bowl and vigorously stir to combine. Microwave until heated through, 2-3 minutes.
Carefully remove from microwave and vigorously stir to combine. Set aside.In another microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 Tbsp. salted butter, apricot preserves, and 2 tsp. water. Microwave uncovered until butter is melted, 45-60 seconds.Carefully remove from microwave and stir to combine.To serve, top chicken with apricot glaze. Bon appétit!
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