Pecan-Crusted Chicken with Sweet Mustard Dressing
By
Daily Inspiration S
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Delicious pecan-crusted chicken tenderloins served on top of leafy greens with a peachy-mustard dressing.
Ingredients
- 1
- egg white
- 1 1/2 c
- pecans
- 1/2 tsp
- salt
- 1/4 tsp
- cayenne pepper
- 6
- chicken tenders
- 1/4 c
- vegetable oil
- 1/4 c
- peach preserves
- 2 Tbsp
- prepared stone ground mustard
- 1 tsp
- apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp
- salt
- 1/4 tsp
- freshly ground coarse black pepper
- 1
- garlic clove, pressed
- 2 Tbsp
- vegetable oil
- 4 c
- mixed baby greens
How to Make Pecan-Crusted Chicken with Sweet Mustard Dressing
- 1Lightly beat egg white in a shallow dish. Finely chop pecans; place into a second shallow dish. Combine salt and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Slice the chicken tenders in half lengthwise and remove white tendons. Sprinkle cayenne mixture over chicken. Dip chicken in egg white, then in pecans, pressing pecans into chicken.
- 2Add oil and heat over medium-low heat (if frying) 1-3 minutes or until shimmering. Cook chicken 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Turn chicken over and cook an additional 2-3 minutes or until centers are no longer pink.
- 3Meanwhile, whisk together preserves, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic and oil in a small bowl. To serve, toss greens with 2 tbsp. of the dressing; divide among serving plates. Drizzle remaining dressing around edge of plates. Arrange three of the chicken strips arund each salad.
About Pecan-Crusted Chicken with Sweet Mustard Dressing
Course/Dish: Chicken, Chicken Salads
Main Ingredient: Chicken
Regional Style: American
Other Tags: Quick & Easy, Healthy
