Fried Walnut Chicken With Brandy Pawpaw Sauce (Pawp

Name: Fried Walnut Chicken With Brandy Pawpaw Sauce (Pawpaw=papaya)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; ¼ cup walnuts, chopped; ¼ cup light brown sugar, unpacked; 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced; 1 ripe papaya (pawpaw, peeled, seeded and diced); ¼ cup brandy; ½ cup water; 2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped; vegetable oil, for frying; 2 cups breadcrumbs; 1 cup walnuts, chopped finely; 2 large eggs; 2 cups whole milk; 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into strips; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup walnuts, chopped
¼ cup light brown sugar, unpacked
1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
1 ripe papaya (pawpaw, peeled, seeded and diced)
¼ cup brandy
½ cup water
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
vegetable oil, for frying
2 cups breadcrumbs
1 cup walnuts, chopped finely
2 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into strips
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

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Sauce:.
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Melt the butter in a saute pan over medium heat and then lightly saute the walnuts for 2 to 4 minutes.
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Stir in the sugar until it gets completely dissolved.
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Add the mango and papaya and continue to saute for another 3 to 4 minutes.
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Briefly take the pan off the burner so you can add your brandy, return the pan to the burner and let the brandy flame off its alcohol.
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(Be careful and watch out for the flames.)
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Add the water and simmer for about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the mint and cook 1 more minute.
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Take the pan off of the heat and put the sauce into a blender and puree until the sauce is smooth.
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Return the sauce to the pan and keep warm.
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Chicken:.
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Fill a 1 gallon stockpot 3 inches deep with the vegetable oil.
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Heat the oil over medium heat to 350 degrees F. (If the temp is lower, the chicken will absorb the oil and become greasy.
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).
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Mix the bread crumbs and finely chopped walnuts together on a plate.
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Whisk the eggs and milk together in a bowl or pie plate.
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Dust the chicken strips with flour, dip them into the egg wash and then press them into the bread crumb mixture - coating evenly.
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Put the chicken strips into the hot oil (be careful when working with hot oil!
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).When they begin to turn brown, use tongs to turn them over.
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When all sides are golden brown, remove and place them on paper toweling to drain.
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Serve the walnut chicken with the brandy pawpaw sauce.
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Enjoy!

1060

kcal

Calories

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, ¼ cup walnuts, chopped, ¼ cup light brown sugar, unpacked, 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Fried Walnut Chicken With Brandy Pawpaw Sauce (Pawpaw=papaya) 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.

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Fried Walnut Chicken With Brandy Pawpaw Sauce (Pawpaw=papaya)

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Variations & substitutions

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