Pecan Topped Honey Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this Pecan Topped Honey Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and nutty goodness. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are baked to perfection under a luscious honey-Dijon glaze, then crowned with a crunchy layer of chopped pecans for an irresistible textural contrast. Simple pantry seasonings like garlic and onion powder infuse the chicken with rich flavor, while a buttery glaze adds irresistible depth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve alongside roasted veggies or a crisp salad for a satisfying, well-rounded meal. Keywords: honey chicken, pecan crust, quick dinner recipe, sweet and savory chicken, family-friendly meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish large enough to fit the chicken breasts in a single layer.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, until lightly golden. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the chicken to the prepared baking dish.
In a small saucepan, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, honey, and Dijon mustard. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and combined, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Pour the honey mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the chicken, making sure each piece is well-coated with pecans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot alongside your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2072 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.2 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.6 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 685 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 3233 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 223.0 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2128 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
