Pecan Chicken Recipe
Make Pecan Chicken Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken
For the Sauce (optional)
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. In another shallow dish, beat the egg. In a third dish, crush the pecan halves into smaller pieces and spread them evenly.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each seasoned chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten egg, then coat it with the crushed pecans, pressing to adhere.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Making the Sauce (Optional)
- 5
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce until well combined.
- 6
Serve
Serve the pecan chicken hot with the sauce drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping.