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crunchy pecan chicken

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Recipe by
LINDA BAILEY
@miffed13
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI

Finely ground pecans make for a crispy coating for the Crunchy Pecan Chicken. This down-home southern-style chicken recipe is sure to be one of your all-time favorites.

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yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For crunchy pecan chicken

  • 1 c
    pecans, finely ground
  • 1/2 c
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    dried basil
  • 3/4 c
    lemon juice for dipping
  • 4
    boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil

How To Make crunchy pecan chicken

  • 1
    In a large shallow dish, combine pecans, cheese, garlic salt and basil. Place lemon juice in another shallow dish; dip chicken in lemon juice, then coat with pecan mixtures. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil until moderately hot.
  • 2
    Add chicken; cook 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through. You can substitute turkey, veal or pork cutlets for the chicken and fresh lime juice for the lemon.
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