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Pecan Crusted Chicken Breasts

Crunchy and sweet pecan crusted chicken breast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Whisk the Dijon mustard into the beaten eggs.
  2. Combine the chopped pecans, panko, and salt in a shallow dish.
  3. Dredge each breast in flour, then the mustard egg, then press into the pecan mixture.
  4. Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet and sear the chicken 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer the skillet to a 375F oven and bake 12 to 15 minutes until cooked through.

Notes

Watch the crust closely while searing since pecans toast and can scorch quickly.