Indulge in a culinary masterpiece where crispy pecan-crusted chicken takes center stage, accompanied by a medley of sweet grapes and a delightful honey-balsamic glaze. This tantalizing dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The pecan crust adds a delightful crunch, while the grapes burst with natural sweetness, creating a perfect balance in every bite. The honey-balsamic glaze adds a touch of tangy sweetness, elevating the overall taste experience. This recipe is a true gem, offering a delightful main course for any occasion. Additionally, the article features a scrumptious pecan-crusted chicken salad, a refreshing grape salsa, and a delectable pecan pie for a sweet ending. Each recipe is carefully crafted to showcase the versatility of pecans and grapes, offering a range of culinary creations that are sure to impress.
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EASY BAKED PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN RECIPE
Easy Pecan Crusted Chicken checks all of the boxes! Not only are the chicken breasts tender and juicy, but the crunchy, buttery, pecan coating gives each bite a whole new flavor and texture dimension.
Provided by Sharon Rigsby
Categories Main Course Main Dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Add the butter to a 13x9 baking dish and put the dish in the oven until the butter is melted. Remove the dish and set aside.
- Add the pecan meal, flour, paprika, salt, and pepper to a shallow dish and whisk or stir with a fork to combine.
- Pour the buttermilk into another shallow dish and add the beaten egg. Mix well.
- Add the breasts to the buttermilk egg mixture and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- After letting the breasts soak in the buttermilk and egg mixture, work with one piece at a time, remove them, and let any excess drip off. Then, dredge each piece in the pecan flour mixture, making sure they are completely covered.
- Then, take the breast and place it in the baking dish with the melted butter. Turn each piece over and make sure both sides are coated with butter. Repeat with the remaining breasts.
- Sprinkle the coarsely chopped pecans evenly over the top of each breast and lightly press the pecans in.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees as measured on an instant-read meat thermometer.
- Optional, garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 54 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 222 mg, Sodium 634 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN
Steps:
- For the ketchup: Stir together the ketchup, vinegar, sriracha, Worcestershire and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- For the chicken: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking pan with parchment paper and spray it generously with cooking spray.
- Pulse the pecans in a food processor until finely ground. Add the panko and pulse until just combined. Pour into a wide, shallow bowl.
- Put the flour in a wide, shallow bowl and whisk in the garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, 1 tablespoon salt and a pinch of pepper.
- Whisk the eggs in another shallow bowl.
- Working with one piece of chicken at a time, dredge in the seasoned flour, then shake off the excess. Dip in the egg to coat and let the excess drip off. Add to the pecan panko mixture and turn to coat, lightly pressing so that the crumbs adhere. Transfer to the prepared baking pan.
- Spray the chicken generously with cooking spray and bake until golden brown all over and just cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve with the spicy, tangy ketchup on the side.
PECAN CHICKEN
A nutty baked chicken dish with fresh grapes and lots of flavor.
Provided by Paula Deen
Time 10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350º.
- Melt butter in a 10 by 15-inch baking pan. In a shallow dish, combine buttermilk and egg. In another dish combine flour, pecans, salt, paprika, pepper and sesame seeds. Dip chicken in buttermilk then in flour. Place skin side down in melted butter. Turn to coat and leave skin side up. Sprinkle with pecan halves. Bake for 1 hour and 25 minutes. Half way through cooking, toss the grapes onto the baking pan as well.
PECAN-CRUSTED CHICKEN
With its crispy pecan coating and creamy mustard sauce, this easy-to-prepare chicken can sure perk up a meal. Cayenne pepper puts a little zip into each bite, but I think my husband likes this dish just for the sauce. -Marjorie MacDonald Huntsville, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another shallow bowl, beat the egg. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in pecan mixture. , In a large skillet, cook chicken in a oil for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. In a small bowl, whisk the sauce ingredients. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 33g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
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.
PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN
This chicken is nice and crunchy with just a tiny little bite from the cayenne. Enjoy it alone, topped with honey-mustard dressing or atop a salad (See Recipe #145067). Cooking time includes the 20-30 minutes chicken dries between breading and cooking. This recipe is from Cuisine at Home magazine.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 55m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare chicken breasts into cutlets, cutting into thirds and gently pounding to an even thickness of 1/2 inch (easier and cleaner if done between two layers of plastic wrap).
- Blend egg whites, cornstarch, and lemon juice with a fork in a wide, shallow dish; set aside.
- Combine bread crumbs, parsley, salt, pepper, zest, pecans, and seasonings in another wide shallow dish.
- Crust chicken breasts by dipping both sides of prepared chicken into egg white mixture. Then applying crumbs to both sides, patting them on as much as possible. Transfer to a cookie rack to air-dry on both sides for 20-30 minutes. (This will set crust so it will stay on chicken and crisp up nicely).
- Sauté chicken in oil in a large, nonstick, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp on bottom. Turn carefully with a spatula and transfer the skillet to the oven to finish cooking. This should take about 8 more minutes. Don't overcook, you don't want it to dry out.
Tips:
- To ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C) before removing it from the oven.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check if the chicken is cooked by cutting into the thickest part of the breast; the juices should run clear, not pink.
- For a crispier crust, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of nuts in the crust. Walnuts, almonds, and hazelnuts would all be delicious.
- If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
This pecan-crusted chicken with grapes is a flavorful and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the pecan crust adds a delicious crunch. The grapes add a touch of sweetness and acidity that balances out the richness of the chicken. This dish is sure to impress your guests!
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