Craving for a delightful and crispy chicken dish with a nutty twist? Look no further than these delectable Chicken Cutlets With Pecans. This recipe offers a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring juicy chicken cutlets coated in a crispy pecan crust. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by the tender and flavorful chicken, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal.
This recipe also includes variations to cater to different preferences and dietary needs. For those seeking a healthier option, the Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets With Pecans provide a guilt-free indulgence. Simply coat the chicken cutlets in the pecan mixture and let your air fryer work its magic, resulting in a crispy and flavorful dish without the extra oil.
If you're a fan of classic Southern cuisine, the Chicken Fried Chicken Cutlets With Pecans are a must-try. These cutlets are coated in a seasoned flour mixture before being fried until golden brown, delivering a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior. The pecan crust adds an extra layer of flavor and crunch, making each bite an explosion of taste.
PECAN CHICKEN
A pecan coating adds a pleasant crunch to plain chicken. My family likes dipping the crispy chicken pieces in the easy-to-make sauce.-Bonnie Jean Lintick, Kathryn, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the pecans, bread crumbs, thyme, paprika and salt. Place Dijon mustard in another shallow bowl. Coat chicken with mustard, then roll in pecan mixture. , Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until juices run clear. In a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients; serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 767mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CHICKEN CUTLETS WITH PECANS
Serve chicken cutlets with a creamy grape and pecan sauce flavored with sherry, garlic and mustard for an elegant, yet easy, entree. Try your hand at these Chicken Cutlets with Pecans for a dish with pizazz.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 45m
Yield Makes 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Coat chicken with flour, shaking off excess; set aside.
- Cook half of the chicken in half of the margarine in large skillet on medium-high heat until chicken is cooked through. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm. Repeat with remaining chicken and margarine, reserving drippings in skillet.
- Add shallots and garlic to skillet; cook and stir just until tender. Add sherry; cook on high heat until pan is deglazed, stirring constantly. Stir in half-and-half, grapes and mustard; cook and stir until sauce is thickened. (Do not boil.) Serve each chicken breast topped with about 1/4 cup of the sauce. Sprinkle evenly with the pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 27 g
BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN WITH BLUE CHEESE AND PECANS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Butterfly the chicken breast pieces by cutting across the breast but not all the way through. Open the breasts up and pound lightly between parchment paper. Peel paper away and season the meat with salt and pepper.
- Cover the seasoned chicken cutlets with blue cheese crumbles, pecans and scallions in equal amounts. Roll the chicken, wrap each roll with bacon and secure with toothpicks. Season the outside of the rolls with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken evenly all over, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a small baking sheet, place in the oven and cook 10 minutes more.
- Melt the butter in the same skillet pan the chicken was seared in over medium heat. Whisk in flour, cook 1 minute then whisk in stock. Let thicken a minute then whisk in the half-and-half and grain mustard, season with salt and pepper, reduce heat to warm.
- Halve the chicken and stack to show off the center. Set chicken in gravy or pour over top. Serve with rice and greens, if desired.
HONEY PECAN CHICKEN CUTLETS
This gives the chicken a nice crunchy bite. You can also cut the cutlets into fingers for a great appetizer.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dredge the cutlets in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat two tablespoons margarine in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
- Add the cutlets and brown on both sides, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir together the remaining tablespoon margarine, honey and pecans.
- Add to the skillet, stir gently.
- Cover and simmer gently for 7-8 minutes.
- Remove cutlets to a serving platter, pour sauce over and serve.
PECAN-CRUSTED CHICKEN CUTLET TRIPLE DECKER
Provided by Eric Asimov
Categories lunch, quick, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 triple-decker sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a food processor, combine pecan pieces, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Dip cutlets into beaten egg, then coat with bread crumbs.
- Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray. Place breaded cutlets on top. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes. Remove and set aside at room temperature.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoons creole aioli on a slice of bread. Cut 1 chicken cutlet diagonally into 4 wide, thin slices. Place 2 slices on the aioli and spread with about 1 tablespoon of onion jam. Cover with a second slice of bread. Top with remaining 2 slices of chicken, 2 leaves of arugula and a third slice of bread. Repeat.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1112, UnsaturatedFat 41 grams, Carbohydrate 81 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 77 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1140 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams, TransFat 0 grams
HONEY-PECAN CHICKEN BREASTS
We love to entertain, this is one of my favorite 'special' recipes to welcome dinner guests. The nuts add an elegant touch, and it fills the house with a great aroma. -Penny Davis, Newman Lake, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pound chicken with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. Sprinkle with seasonings., In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides. Cook, covered, until chicken is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, turning once. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with pecans. Cook, covered, until chicken is glazed, 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
CHICKEN CUTLETS WITH PECANS
This is an express recipe, only 20 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking. From Coup de Pouce.
Provided by Boomette
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a not too deep bowl, mix flour and half salt and pepper. In anoter bowl, with a whisk, beat egg and milk. Put pecans in a third bowl.
- Sprinkle remaining salt and pepper on chicken cutlets. Put one side of chicken cutlets in the mixture of flour, then in egg and then in pecans.
- In a big skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil at medium-low heat. Add half of the chicken cutlets, the coating of pecans under, and cook about 2 minutes or until begin to brown and be crispy. Flip the chicken cutlets and keep cooking for 4 minutes or until chicken is not pink inside. Cover and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining chicken cutlets and oil.
- Deglaze the skillet. Add chicken stock and bring to boil and scrape the bottom of the skillet to remove the bits. Let simmer about 5 minutes or until reduce to about 1/2 cup. Add remaining ingredients and stir. Sprinkle the sauce over chicken cutlets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.3, Fat 35.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 60, Sodium 436.4, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.7, Protein 7.9
Tips:
- Choose thin-cut chicken cutlets. This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
- Pound the chicken cutlets to an even thickness. This will also help them cook evenly.
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper before breading them. This will help them develop flavor.
- Use a light touch when breading the chicken cutlets. Too much breading will make them heavy and greasy.
- Pan-fry the chicken cutlets over medium heat. This will help them cook through without burning.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken cutlets. This will help them cook evenly.
- Serve the chicken cutlets with your favorite sides. Some good options include mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
Chicken cutlets with pecans is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the pecan crust adds a nice crunch and flavor. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, making it a versatile option for any meal.
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