Maple Encrusted Chicken with Nectarine Brandy Sauce Recipe

Name: Maple Encrusted Chicken with Nectarine Brandy Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Butter, for greasing pan; 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves; 1 cup finely ground pecans; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; 1 tablespoon brandy; 1 egg white, slightly beaten; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; Nectarine Brandy Sauce, recipe follows; Fresh parsley sprigs, for garnish; Seasonal flowers, optional, for garnish

Servings: persons

Butter, for greasing pan
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 cup finely ground pecans
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon brandy
1 egg white, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Nectarine Brandy Sauce, recipe follows
Fresh parsley sprigs, for garnish
Seasonal flowers, optional, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Lightly butter the bottom of a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish.
3
Arrange chicken in dish in a single layer.
4
In a medium bowl, mix together the pecans, mustard, maple syrup, melted butter, brandy, egg white, and pepper.
5
Spread mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
6
Bake, uncovered, for 40 minutes.
7
Arrange chicken on a platter and spoon Nectarine Brandy Sauce over each piece.
8
Garnish with parsley sprigs and seasonal flowers.
9
Serve with additional sauce on the side.
10
Nectarine Brandy Sauce:
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2 nectarines, peeled, pitted, and finely diced
12
1/4 cup diced sweet onion
13
1 cup sour cream
14
2 tablespoons brandy
15
2 tablespoons maple syrup
16
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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In medium saucepan, combine all ingredients and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Butter, for greasing pan, 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, 1 cup finely ground pecans, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Maple Encrusted Chicken with Nectarine Brandy Sauce 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.

Maple Encrusted Chicken with Nectarine Brandy Sauce

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