Pecan Crusted Chicken With Praline Cream Recipe

Name: Pecan Crusted Chicken With Praline Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup crushed pecans; 6 boneless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup oil; 1 cup flour; 1 teaspoon chopped thyme; 1 teaspoon chopped basil; 1 egg; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup milk; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 1/4 cup praline liqueur; 2 cups heavy whipping cream

Servings: persons

1 cup crushed pecans
6 boneless chicken breasts
1/2 cup oil
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon chopped thyme
1 teaspoon chopped basil
1 egg
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup praline liqueur
2 cups heavy whipping cream

1
In heavy saucepan heat oil over medium heat.
2
Combine flour and pecans and season to taste using salt, pepper, thyme and basil.
3
In mixing bowl combine egg, water and milk.
4
Using a wire whisk whip ingredients until well blended.
5
Season eggwash with salt and pepper.
6
Dip chicken in eggwash and then in pecan flour shaking off excess.
7
Pan fry chicken until golden brown on both sides or approximately 7 to 10 minutes.
8
Remove and keep warm.
9
Drain all but 1 tablespoon of oil from skillet keeping pan drippings.
10
Add pecans and saute 1 minute.
11
Remove from heat and deglaze with praline liqueur.
12
Return to flame being careful as liqueur will ignite.
13
Add heavy whipping cream and bring to rolling boil then reduce to a simmer.
14
Reduce cream to one half volume.
15
Season to taste using salt and pepper.
16
Place chicken breast in the center of a ten inch plate and top with 2 ounces of the praline cream.

1324

kcal

Calories

107

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 cup crushed pecans, 6 boneless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup oil, 1 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Pecan Crusted Chicken With Praline Cream 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!

Pecan Crusted Chicken With Praline Cream

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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