Crispy, cozy and just a little fancy, this pecan-crusted chicken is the kind of dinner that feels special without trying too hard. Sprouted pecans add rich crunch and subtle sweetness, while a simple honey mustard sauce brings everything together with a tangy-sweet finish. Whether baked, pan-fried or air-fried, it’s a feel-good meal that hits the comfort-food note beautifully.
Pecan-Crusted Chicken With Honey Mustard Sauce
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 611 kcal
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 organic chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 cup Rich Nuts Sprouted Pecans-Maple finely ground into "flour"
- 3/4 cup Rich Nuts Sprouted Pecans-Maple coarsely chopped
- 1 tsp. Redmond Real Salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp. maple syrup optional
- 2 organic eggs
- 1 Tbsp. Primal Kitchen Organic Dijon Mustard
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Avocado oil coconut oil or avocado oil spray
Honey mustard sauce
- 1/4 cup Primal Kitchen Organic Dijon Mustard
- 3 Tbsp. raw honey
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Mayo optional
- Pinch sea salt
Instructions
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On flat work surface, using meat mallet, pound chicken breasts between parchment until evenly thin. Set aside.
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In mixing bowl, combine finely ground pecan flour, coarsely chopped pecans, almond flour, salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder. Stir in maple syrup, if using.
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In separate bowl, whisk together eggs and Dijon mustard.
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Dip chicken in egg wash, then press into pecan mixture until fully coated.
Sauce
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In small bowl, whisk together mustard, honey, lemon juice, mayo and salt.
Cooking methods
Bake (with avocado oil)
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush or spray baking sheet with avocado oil.
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Place chicken on sheet; lightly oil the top. Bake 18-20 minutes.
Pan fry (with coconut oil)
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In skillet, heat coconut oil.
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Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side.
Air fry (with avocado oil spray)
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Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees F. Spray basket with avocado oil.
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Air fry 10 minutes; flip; cook 6-8 minutes more.
To serve
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Plate chicken, garnish with chopped fresh parsley and sauce.
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Nutrition Facts
Pecan-Crusted Chicken With Honey Mustard Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 611
Calories from Fat 405
% Daily Value*
Fat 45g69%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 0.02g
Polyunsaturated Fat 11g
Monounsaturated Fat 20g
Cholesterol 155mg52%
Sodium 884mg37%
Potassium 718mg21%
Carbohydrates 24g8%
Fiber 7g28%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 35g70%
Vitamin A 804IU16%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 101mg10%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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