SHALLOW-FRY BUTTERMILK PECAN CHICKEN

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This is a yummy, easy melt-in-your-mouth chicken dish! I think Panko crumbs are the best thing since sliced bread, I use them all of the time. To toast the pecans, stir them in melted butter, then bake at 350 degrees for about 10 to 15 minutes. Watch closely so they don't burn. When turning the chicken, be as gentle as you can, I use a spatula. Cook time does not include the marinading time. This is from Claire Robinson, a new chef on Food Network. Check her out, I think she has some great recipes! This recipe can easily be doubled or even tripled, just keep the chicken in the oven on warm until all are fried. Hope you enjoy! Note: I have tried to correct the ingredients to say 1/2 cup of panko bread crumbs, but it won't change.

Provided by Scoutie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup ground toasted pecans
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken between wax paper and flatten each chicken breast with a meat mallet or heavy flat object to an even 1/3-inch thick.
  • In a shallow bowl add the chicken and the buttermilk. Cover and marinate for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • In a food processor, pulse pecans until finely ground. Transfer the pecans to a large rimmed dish and add the panko bread crumbs. Mix to combine well.
  • Remove marinated chicken breasts from buttermilk and shake off excess. Dip chicken in breading mixture, evenly coating both sides.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil. Add breaded breasts and shallow fry about 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden in color.
  • Remove from oil to and drain on paper towels. Immediately season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1111.7, Fat 83.9, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 150.1, Sodium 589.4, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 9.7, Protein 60.8

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