Pecan Crusted Chicken
Servings 6
Calories 409kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pound chicken thigh, boneless, skinless
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/3 cup, crushed crackers, whole-wheat
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Serve With
- 4 medium rolls, dinner, wheat
- 4 cup spinach
- 2 cup blueberries
- 4 ounce feta cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pound chicken to slightly flatten; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In shallow dish beat egg. In second dish combine pecans, crackers, and nutmeg. Dip chicken in egg then nut mixture, pressing to coat.
- Place chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and the chicken is baked through.
- Serve with dinner rolls and a spinach, blueberry and feta salad; drizzled with dressing of choice.
Nutrition
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 179mg | Sodium: 697mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g