Best 7 Pecan Chicken Casserole Recipes

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Have you ever found yourself craving a delectable dish that effortlessly combines the savory flavors of chicken with the nutty, subtly sweet notes of pecans? If so, then pecan chicken casserole is the culinary masterpiece you've been searching for. With its tender chicken, creamy sauce, and crunchy pecan topping, this casserole offers a delightful harmony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're seeking a comforting meal to warm the soul on a chilly evening or a crowd-pleasing dish for a special occasion, pecan chicken casserole promises an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you craving for seconds.

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PECAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe from a radio show years ago, and it's one of my favorites. The unusual pecan-and-cheddar-cheese crusts holds a zippy egg filling flavored with chicken, cheese, dill, onion and a splash of hot pepper sauce. -Jackie Heyer Cushing, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup (4 ounces) finely shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/3 cup canola oil
FILLING:
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chicken broth
4 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon dill seed
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Set aside 1/2 cup of crumb mixture for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. (Crust will be crumbly.) , Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 28g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SPICY PECAN CRUSTED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray, for the wire rack
1 cup pecans
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons hot sauce
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup vinegar
3/4 cup olive oil
1 bunch kale, leaves stripped from stems and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire cooling rack on top, then spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Chop the pecans so they have a consistency of coarse breadcrumbs, then set aside. Sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Add the flour to a shallow dish, then whisk the eggs, hot sauce and 2 tablespoons Dijon in a second shallow dish. Mix the pecans, salt and pepper in a third shallow dish. Dip the chicken in the flour, shaking off the excess, then in the egg mixture, then in the pecans. Place on the wire rack and bake until cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the vinegar with the remaining tablespoon Dijon and some salt and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly add the olive oil and continue to whisk until emulsified. Pour the dressing over the kale in a large bowl and mix. Serve alongside the chicken.

PECAN CHICKEN SALAD



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This chicken salad comes together fast using rotisserie chicken breasts. The herbs, along with the pecans, help to make this chicken salad flavorful. Serve on top of toasted croissants, or butter lettuce.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Park Hill maple pepper (such as Savory Spice Shop®)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 stalks celery, sliced
⅓ cup chopped toasted pecans
2 tablespoons minced red onion

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, vinegar, garlic powder, thyme, and maple pepper together in a bowl until well combined. Add chicken, celery, pecans, and red onion; stir well to incorporate.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 40.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 236 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

PECAN CHICKEN



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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

1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
MAPLE-DIJON SAUCE:
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

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



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Crispy panko bread crumbs and pecans coat chicken breasts that are first dipped in yogurt--they're cooked until crispy and golden.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 to 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
3/4 cup Progresso™ Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
1 container (6 oz) Greek Fat Free plain yogurt
3 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Steps:

  • Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken breast smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/2 inch thick.
  • In shallow dish, mix bread crumbs, pecans and parsley. In another shallow dish, place yogurt. Dip chicken into yogurt, then coat with crumb mixture.
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Cook chicken in oil 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center and coating is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

PECAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Pecan Chicken Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup flour
1 cup cheddar cheese, finely shredded
3/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/3 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chicken broth
4 cups cooked chicken, diced
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, finely shredded
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon dill seed
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients.
  • Set aside 1/2 cup of crumb mixture for topping.
  • Press remaining crumb mix onto the bottom of a greased 13 X 9 X 2" baking dish.
  • (The crust is going to be crumbly) Bake at 350F for 10 minutes or until lightly browned In a bowl, beat eggs.
  • Add the remaining ingredients.
  • Pour over baked crust.
  • Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
  • Bake 350F for 25-35 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.4, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 156, Sodium 423.8, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 24.1

LIGHT PECAN CHICKEN



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This is soooo good! and so easy to make! The chicken is tender and just a bit spicy (because of the Dijon mustard) and the sauce is a snap to make and very tasty.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
salt
pepper
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
8 ounces nonfat sour cream

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; place in a greased 13x9" baking dish.
  • Combine butter and the 4 tablespoons of mustard; stir well. Pour over chicken; sprinkle pecans over top.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 375 for 35 minutes or until chicken is done.
  • Remove chicken to a serving platter, reserving drippings in dish; keep warm.
  • Combine remaining 1 tablespoons mustard, pan drippings, and sour cream in a large saucepan; cook over medium heat until thoroughly heated, stirring often.
  • To serve, pour sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.3, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 88.3, Sodium 415.9, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 29.8

Tips:

  • Prep the Ingredients: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are measured and ready. Chop the vegetables and chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients make a big difference in the final dish. Choose plump, juicy chicken breasts and fresh, crisp vegetables for the best flavor.
  • Season Wisely: Don't be afraid to season the chicken and vegetables generously. A good blend of herbs, spices, and salt will elevate the flavors.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken tends to dry out quickly, so watch the cooking time carefully. Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • Make a Thick and Creamy Sauce: For a rich and creamy sauce, use high-quality cream cheese and sour cream. Whisk them together until smooth, then stir in the chicken broth for a creamy base.
  • Add the Vegetables: Once the sauce is ready, add the chopped vegetables and cook until tender-crisp. This retains their vibrant colors and nutrients.
  • Stir in the Chicken: Finally, add the cooked chicken to the sauce and vegetables and stir gently to combine. Avoid over-stirring to prevent the chicken from breaking apart.
  • Top with Pecans and Serve: Before serving, sprinkle a generous amount of chopped pecans on top of the casserole. This adds a delicious nutty flavor and crunch to the dish.

Conclusion:

The pecan chicken casserole is a delectable and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy sauce. It's a versatile recipe that can be easily customized to suit your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. With its rich flavors and ease of preparation, it's perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

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