Mustard Pecan Chicken With Maple Glaze Recipe

Name: Mustard Pecan Chicken With Maple Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3-4 lb. Chicken Breast, skinless, boneless; 4 Large Egg Whites w/ few pinches salt; 1/3 cup Pommery Mustard *; 2 1/2 cups Fresh Bread Crumbs (i prefer french baguette types); 2 1/2 cups Ground Pecans (not too fine and not too coarse); Kosher salt and freshly coarsely ground black pepper; 8- 12 ounces Unsalted Butter; approx. 1- 1 1/2 cups Grade B Maple Syrup**; Pommery Mustard is essential for this. I prefer the one in the crock with the red lid.; ** Grade B maple syrup usually has more flavor than Grade A

Servings: persons

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["Line flat surface with wax paper.
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Whip egg whites until very foamy (not stiff and white). Quickly and gently fold in pommery mustard with spatula. Grind Pecans and bread crumbs separately. Combine 1/2 the pecans and bread crumbs. Dip both sides of chicken breasts in egg white mustard mixture and then press down thoroughly into pecan bread crumb mixture. Use other nut/crumb mixture as needed.
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Place chicken on rack over sheet pan and let chill at least 1 hour. Sprinkle w/ S and P. Saute on both sides in hot melted butter til crunchy brown and juices run pale pink when meat is pierced with a knife tip. Just before plating, brush very generously w/ warm maple syrup. Taste. Drizzle more as needed. Serve.
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?", "Notes: This is a bit variable in that you may end up needing a little more or a little less of the various coatings.
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It is still delicious the next few days, but it loses its crisp crunchiness."]

2042

kcal

Calories

215

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3-4 lb. Chicken Breast, skinless, boneless, 4 Large Egg Whites w/ few pinches salt, 1/3 cup Pommery Mustard *, 2 1/2 cups Fresh Bread Crumbs (i prefer french baguette types), and more.

Yes, Mustard Pecan Chicken With Maple Glaze 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!

Mustard Pecan Chicken With Maple Glaze

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