---
title: Pecan-Crusted Chicken
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/pecan-crusted-chicken-6203c3d357b8e37e4638262a
servings: 2
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 20 minutes
time required: 30 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Tree Nuts
  - Wheat
  - Eggs
  - Milk
tags:
  - Carb Smart
  - Dietitian-Approved
  - Calorie Smart
  - Oven-Baked
  - Weeknight Meal
rating: 4.5
rating_count: 106100
source_chef: Michelle Doll Olson
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Many loved the pecan-crusted chicken's crunchy texture and tangy honey mustard sauce
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Customers praised how quick and simple this meal was to prepare
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/Chicken%20Recipes/pecan-crusted-chicken.avif"
---
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. @pecans{¼%cup}(finely chopped)

Place @butter{2%tbsp} in a #medium microwave-safe bowl{}. Microwave until melted ~{30%seconds}. Let cool slightly, then stir in chopped pecans, @panko breadcrumbs{¼%cup}, half the @fry seasoning{2%tsp}, a drizzle of @olive oil{2%tbsp}, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

In a #small bowl{}, combine @honey{1%tsp}, @dijon mustard{1%tsp}, and @mayonnaise{1%tbsp} to make honey mustard sauce.

Pat @chicken cutlets{2%pieces} dry with paper towels; season with remaining fry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place on a baking sheet lightly oiled with @cooking oil{1%tbsp}. Evenly spread tops of chicken with a thin layer of honey mustard sauce, saving the rest for serving. Mound with pecan mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. Roast until crust is golden brown and chicken is cooked through ~{15-20%minutes}.

Meanwhile, @apple{1%unit}(halved, cored, and thinly sliced) and @lemon{1%unit}(quartered). In a #large bowl{}, toss @mixed greens{3%cups} and sliced apple with a large drizzle of remaining olive oil and lemon juice to taste. Season with salt and pepper.

Divide chicken and salad between plates. Drizzle chicken with remaining honey mustard sauce. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.