Pecan-Crusted Chicken Cutlet Triple Decker Recipe

Name: Pecan-Crusted Chicken Cutlet Triple Decker
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup pecan pieces; ⅓ cup plain dry bread crumbs; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 2 large eggs, beaten; Nonstick cooking spray; 12 slices Pullman or other fresh bread; 1/2 cup Creole Aioli (see recipe); 1/2 cup Onion Jam (see recipe); 8 leaves arugula

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
In a food processor, combine pecan pieces, bread crumbs, salt and pepper.
3
Dip cutlets into beaten egg, then coat with bread crumbs.
4
Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5
Spray.
6
Place breaded cutlets on top.
7
Bake until golden, about 15 minutes.
8
Remove and set aside at room temperature.
9
Assemble the sandwich: Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons creole aioli on a slice of bread.
10
Cut 1 chicken cutlet diagonally into 4 wide, thin slices.
11
Place 2 slices on the aioli and spread with about 1 tablespoon of onion jam.
12
Cover with a second slice of bread.
13
Top with remaining 2 slices of chicken, 2 leaves of arugula and a third slice of bread.
14
Repeat.

525

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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

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: ⅔ cup pecan pieces, ⅓ cup plain dry bread crumbs, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, and more.

Yes, Pecan-Crusted Chicken Cutlet Triple Decker 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-Crusted Chicken Cutlet Triple Decker

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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