HONEY PECAN CHICKEN

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From an old community cookbook.

Provided by Lori Loucas

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 16

SAUCE:
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 Tbsp shallot, minced
1 c orange juice, fresh
1/4 c bourboun
1 c whipping cream
2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp cider vinegar
salt & pepper to taste
CHICKEN:
1/4 c flour
1 tsp fresh thyme, minced
1/4 c pecans, finely chopped
salt & pepper, to taste
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Make the sauce: Heat butter in a medium saucepan. Add shallots and cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes or until tender, but not browned.
  • 2. Add the orange juice and bourbon. Increase heat and continue cooking until the liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup.
  • 3. Add the cream and reduce until slightly thickened. Add honey and vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 4. Make the chicken: Combine the flour, thyme, pecans, salt and pepper. Heat a small amount of oil in a large skillet.
  • 5. Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, add it to the pan and saute until golden brown.
  • 6. NOTE: if the chicken breasts are large and thick, after sauteeing, cover pan and continue cooking for 10 minutes, then remove lid and saute another 2-3 minutes.
  • 7. Pour sauce onto each plate and place chicken breast in center. Serve additional sauce separately.

Zarab Gondal
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I can't wait to try this honey pecan chicken recipe!


sonia ambreen
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This honey pecan chicken is a must-try! You won't be disappointed.


Wright Manor
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5 stars for this honey pecan chicken! It was easy to make and absolutely delicious.


Linet Anyango
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves honey pecan chicken.


Gloria Adewole
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This was the best honey pecan chicken I've ever had! The chicken was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was amazing.


Charlotte Dugan
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This recipe is a keeper! The honey pecan chicken was delicious, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Saihb hossen
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this honey pecan chicken was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Baidar Khan
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This honey pecan chicken is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests. I love that I can throw it in the oven and forget about it until it's done.


Punjabi FreshMovies
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chicken didn't come out as crispy as I would have liked. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Shakil Hossain
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The honey pecan chicken was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. I think I'll try making it with less honey next time.


Esteban Figueira
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This was my first time making honey pecan chicken, and it turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Aima Amir
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I've made this honey pecan chicken several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce is addictive. I highly recommend it!


Mihretab Yifter
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This honey pecan chicken is a winner! The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with the whole family.


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