Honey-Pecan Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Honey-Pecan Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 to 2 1/2 lb. frying chicken; 4 c. buttermilk; 1 c. self-rising flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. garlic powder; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 c. (2 sticks) butter; 1/2 c. honey; 1/2 c. coarsely chopped pecans; vegetable oil (for frying)

Servings: persons

2 to 2 1/2 lb. frying chicken
4 c. buttermilk
1 c. self-rising flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 c. (2 sticks) butter
1/2 c. honey
1/2 c. coarsely chopped pecans
vegetable oil (for frying)

1
Cut chicken into serving size portions; wash and pat dry.
2
Pour buttermilk into a large bowl; add chicken pieces.
3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 1/2 hours.
4
Mix flour, salt, garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
5
Drain chicken and dredge through the flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
6
Let chicken stand 20 minutes at room temperature.
7
Melt butter in a heavy small skillet or saucepan over low heat; stir in honey and bring to boil.
8
Add pecans and simmer 15 minutes.
9
Meanwhile, heat 1/2 to 3/4-inch of oil in a large, heavy skillet to 375u00b0.
10
Add chicken in small batches (do not crowd) and fry until crisp, golden brown and cooked thoroughly (about 7 minutes per side).
11
Drain on paper towels. Arrange on platter; pour over the chicken the honey-pecan glaze. Serve immediately.

2751

kcal

Calories

267

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 to 2 1/2 lb. frying chicken, 4 c. buttermilk, 1 c. self-rising flour, 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Honey-Pecan Fried Chicken 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.

Honey-Pecan Fried Chicken

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