For special occasions.
Ingredients:
3/4 cup sifted flour, divided
2 lb. chicken breasts, about 1/4 inch thick,
trimmed, cut into serving sizes
2 eggs
1 cup unsalted shelled pistachio nuts or
almonds, checked and crushed fine
3/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
granulated garlic to taste
oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Place 4 tablespoons flour on a large
plate. Coat chicken pieces with flour and shake off excess.
Set aside.
2. Beat eggs in a shallow bowl. Combine
remaining flour, nuts, pepper and garlic. Spread on a
plate.
3. Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet
over medium-high heat. Dip one chicken piece at a time in
egg, coat with nut mixture and add to skillet. Cook until
golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side (turning with
tongs makes it easier). Drain well on paper towels. Garnish
with fresh parsely, dill or olives. Yield: 8 servings.
