Pecan-Crusted Chicken
Savory Dishes

Pecan-Crusted Chicken

40 min4 servingsSource: AllRecipes

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

40 min

Tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pecan crust with Dijon mustard. An elegant yet easy weeknight dinner.

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Pat chicken breasts dry and brush each generously with Dijon mustard on all sides.

  3. 3

    In a shallow dish, combine chopped pecans, panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Press each mustard-coated chicken breast into the pecan mixture, turning to coat all sides.

  5. 5

    Place on prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.

  6. 6

    Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the crust is golden and crispy.

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