Pecan- And Panko-Crusted Chicken Breasts

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Mix panko and pecans in dish. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Remove skillet from heat; brush some of melted butter onto chicken, then coat chicken in panko mixture. Place skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and saute until brown on bottom, about 2 minutes. Turn chicken over. Place skillet in oven. Bake until chicken is cooked through, about 18 minutes. Transfer chicken to platter.

2. 2

   Using slotted spoon, remove any crumbs from skillet. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and shallots; saute over medium-high heat 1 minute. Add broth and simmer until slightly reduced, about 1 minute. Mix in parsley. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper; drizzle over chicken.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.