Chicken Breasts With Pecans Sausage Stuffing Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts With Pecans Sausage Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 lb. ground pork sausage; 1/3 c. butter; 1/3 c. finely chopped celery; 1/2 c. chopped pecans, divided; 1/3 c. finely chopped green peppers; 1 small onion, chopped; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/8 tsp. salt; 3 c. dry bread cubes (1/4-inch pieces); 1 large egg, beaten; 1 1/2 Tbsp. milk; 4 skinless chicken breasts (whole); 1 1/2 Tbsp. butter; 3 Tbsp. fine dry bread crumbs; chopped fresh parsley (garnish)

Servings: persons

1/3 lb. ground pork sausage
1/3 c. butter
1/3 c. finely chopped celery
1/2 c. chopped pecans, divided
1/3 c. finely chopped green peppers
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. salt
3 c. dry bread cubes (1/4-inch pieces)
1 large egg, beaten
1 1/2 Tbsp. milk
4 skinless chicken breasts (whole)
1 1/2 Tbsp. butter
3 Tbsp. fine dry bread crumbs
chopped fresh parsley (garnish)

1
Brown sausage (crumble).
2
Melt 1/3 cup butter over low heat. Add celery, green peppers and onion, stirring constantly, until vegetables are tender.
3
Add 1/3 cup pecans, pepper and salt and cook 3 minutes.
4
Remove from heat.
5
Stir in sausage, bread cubes, egg and milk; set aside.
6
Place each chicken breast between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap or wax paper.
7
Flatten to 1/4-inch thickness, using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
8
Place chicken breasts on flat surface.
9
Spoon sausage mixture in center of each chicken breast.
10
Combine 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter, pecans and bread crumbs and pour on chicken breasts.
11
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes.

707

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 lb. ground pork sausage, 1/3 c. butter, 1/3 c. finely chopped celery, 1/2 c. chopped pecans, divided, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts With Pecans Sausage Stuffing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Breasts With Pecans Sausage Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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