Pecan Chicken With Maple Pecan Sauce Recipe

Name: Pecan Chicken With Maple Pecan Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (1 1/4 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1 egg; 1 2/3 cups pecans, finely chopped; 1/3 cup fine cracker crumb (use seasoned of your choice, or plain, I like Ritz); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; Maple Pecan Sauce; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 1/3 cup maple syrup; 1/3 cup water; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 1/3 cup pecan pieces, toasted

Servings: persons

4 (1 1/4 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 egg
1 2/3 cups pecans, finely chopped
1/3 cup fine cracker crumb (use seasoned of your choice, or plain, I like Ritz)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Maple Pecan Sauce
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
1/3 cup pecan pieces, toasted

1
To toast pecan pieces, bake in 375F oven for 4 to 5 minutes.
2
Keep oven preheated.
3
For chicken: In a shallow bowl, mix together buttermilk and egg.
4
Place chicken breasts in buttermilk mixture.
5
In a second mixing bowl, combine pecans, cracker crumbs and salt.
6
Turn chicken breasts in buttermilk, then coat with pecan mixture.
7
Place chicken breasts in a greased shallow baking dish and drizzle with melted butter.
8
Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside.
9
Serve with Maple Pecan Sauce.
10
Maple Pecan Sauce: In a small saucepan, mix sugar, maple syrup, water, soy sauce and cornstarch; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
11
Remove from heat and add lemon juice and orange rind; stir.
12
Just before serving, bring sauce to a boil; remove from heat and stir in toasted pecans.

1148

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (1 1/4 lb) boneless skinless chicken breasts, 3/4 cup buttermilk, 1 egg, 1 2/3 cups pecans, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Pecan Chicken With Maple Pecan 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.

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Pecan Chicken With Maple Pecan Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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