Pecan-Crusted Chicken
#Carb Smart
#Dietitian-Approved
#Calorie Smart
#Oven-Baked
#Weeknight Meal
🥘 Ingredients
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apple (halved, cored, and thinly sliced)1 unit
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butter2 tbsp
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chicken cutlets2 pieces
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cooking oil1 tbsp
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dijon mustard1 tsp
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fry seasoning2 tsp
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honey1 tsp
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lemon (quartered)1 unit
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mayonnaise1 tbsp
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mixed greens3 c
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olive oil2 tbsp
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panko breadcrumbs¼ cup
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pecans (finely chopped)¼ cup
🍳 Cookware
- medium microwave-safe bowl
- small bowl
- large bowl
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1Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. pecanspecans: ¼ cup (finely chopped) -
2Place butter in a medium microwave-safe bowl . Microwave until melted ⏱️ 30 seconds . Let cool slightly, then stir in chopped pecans, panko breadcrumbs , half the fry seasoning , a drizzle of olive oil , and a pinch of salt and pepper.butter: 2 tbsp, panko breadcrumbs: ¼ cup, fry seasoning: 2 tsp, olive oil: 2 tbsp -
3In a small bowl , combine honey , dijon mustard , and mayonnaise to make honey mustard sauce.honey: 1 tsp, dijon mustard: 1 tsp, mayonnaise: 1 tbsp -
4Pat chicken cutlets dry with paper towels; season with remaining fry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place on a baking sheet lightly oiled with cooking oil . 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 .chicken cutlets: 2 pieces, cooking oil: 1 tbsp -
5Meanwhile, apple and lemon . In a large bowl , toss mixed greens and sliced apple with a large drizzle of remaining olive oil and lemon juice to taste. Season with salt and pepper.apple: 1 unit (halved, cored, and thinly sliced), lemon: 1 unit (quartered), mixed greens: 3 c -
6Divide chicken and salad between plates. Drizzle chicken with remaining honey mustard sauce. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.