CHICKEN FILETS WITH PECAN OR WALNUT CRUST
Deliciously moist and crunchy chicken with a tangy apricot - ginger - soy dipping sauce. Serve it with cous-cous or rice pilaw and your favorite veggies of the season.
Provided by gemini08
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put pecans and bread crumbs together in a food processor and and pulse a couple of times until mixture is finely ground and well mixed, empty on a plate.
- Lightly pound filets between two sheets of wax paper, moisten them with a dash of lemon juice and add salt to taste.
- Dredge filets on both sides in crumb - nut mixture, using the palm of your hand to pat it on, shake off excess.
- Heat coconut oil In a heavy skillet, add chicken and saute on both sides until nice and brown. Turn only once. Work in batches if necessary.
- Do not let the oil get too hot otherwise the nuts will turn bitter.
- In a small skillet heat apricot jam and soy sauce with the rest of the lemon juice, add grated ginger and chili flakes to taste. Heat through.
- Divide chicken filets between 4 heated plates, garnish with lemon wedge and cilantro.
- Serve with dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.1, Fat 61.8, SaturatedFat 29.4, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 1326.3, Carbohydrate 44.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 15.9, Protein 38.6
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REUBEN MATHEW
reuben.m@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of nuts, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this recipe. The pecan crust was subtle and nutty, and it didn't overpower the chicken.
Md KawsaR Ahmed
m_a69@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to change up your usual chicken routine. The pecan crust is a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor and crunch. I highly recommend trying it!
Dante Tulloch
dante_t@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfect. The pecan crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I will definitely be making this again!
Ulug bek Ghafory
ghafory51@yahoo.comThis recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth the splurge. The chicken is incredibly flavorful and the pecan crust is to die for. I highly recommend trying it!
King Aluan Official
kofficial@hotmail.co.ukI'm not a fan of chicken, but I loved this recipe! The pecan crust was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.
Fruit Gena
fruit.gena37@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made a batch of chicken breasts earlier in the week and then used them to make this dish. It was quick and easy, and the chicken was delicious.
Madden Smith
smith.m@gmail.comI accidentally used walnuts instead of pecans and the chicken still turned out great! The walnuts added a nice nutty flavor to the crust.
Faith Muthoni
faith@hotmail.comI made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the pecan crust. I will definitely be making this again.
Joe Kile
kj54@yahoo.comThis recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the pecan crust is a delicious addition.
Danny Logan
d.logan@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of nuts, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this recipe. The pecan crust was subtle and nutty, and it didn't overpower the chicken.
Matovu mourice
m_m38@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to change up your usual chicken routine. The pecan crust is a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor and crunch. I highly recommend trying it!
Ravi Gamer
g_ravi97@yahoo.comThe chicken was a bit bland for my taste. I think I should have added more spices.
Shahzaib Saeed
s.s@yahoo.comThis was my first time making chicken with a pecan crust and it turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the pecan crust added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Laxman Aryal
a-l32@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the chicken came out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Somona Jacob
s-jacob23@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the pecan crust is to die for.
Gulab Hussain
g_hussain@hotmail.frI made this for dinner last night and it was a big hit with my husband and kids. The chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The pecan crust was a nice change from the usual breading.
Ngozi Idika
idika-ngozi1@yahoo.comExcellent recipe! I used walnuts instead of pecans and it was still delicious. Highly recommend.
KagisoJess Mohlala
m.k84@yahoo.comEasy to follow recipe and turned out great. The chicken was moist and flavorful. The pecan crust added a nice touch of sweetness.
Tgl Rahat
tglr70@hotmail.frThis chicken dish was an absolute delight! The pecan crust added a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the tender chicken. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family.