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Air Fried Pecan Crusted Chicken with Maple Honey Mustard Recipe

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  • Author: Jaden
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Air Fried Pecan Crusted Chicken with Maple Honey Mustard offers a deliciously crispy and flavorful twist on traditional chicken breasts. Coated in a crunchy pecan and panko breadcrumb crust, then air fried to golden perfection, this recipe combines the nutty richness of pecans with the sweet and tangy glaze of maple syrup and honey mustard, creating a perfectly balanced dish that’s both quick and healthy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup egg whites
  • 1/4 cup pecans
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • Olive oil spray, as needed

Glaze

  • 1 tbsp honey mustard
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into 4 even slices to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
  2. Prepare pecan coating: Grind the pecans using a food processor until finely chopped but not turned into a paste.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, ground pecans, garlic powder, and kosher salt thoroughly.
  4. Prepare egg wash: In a separate bowl, pour the egg whites to use for dipping the chicken pieces.
  5. Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken slice first into the egg whites, then dredge it in the pecan-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crust evenly.
  6. Prepare air fryer basket: Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and help crisp the coating.
  7. Air fry the chicken: Place the breaded chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 370°F for approximately 10 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking and spraying the chicken again with olive oil spray for an even golden brown finish. Ensure the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Make the glaze: While the chicken cooks, mix the honey mustard and maple syrup together in a small bowl to create the glaze.
  9. Serve: Drizzle the maple honey mustard glaze over the hot pecan crusted chicken slices and serve immediately for maximum flavor and texture.

Notes

  • WW Points: 4 points per piece with glaze (green plan)
  • 3 points per piece with glaze (blue and purple plans)
  • WW PersonalPoints™: This recipe can be tracked using the WW app for customized points depending on your plan.
  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
  • For extra crunch, you can lightly toast the pecans before grinding.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece with glaze
  • Calories: 232 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 667 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 73 mg

Find it online: https://yummyhere.com/air-fried-pecan-crusted-chicken-with-maple-honey-mustard-recipe/