Pecan Crusted Chicken Crunch (Print-Friendly Version)

Golden chicken cutlets coated in pecans, panko, and honey mustard for irresistible flavor and crunch.

# Ingredients:

→ For the honey mustard sauce

01 - ¼ cup Dijon mustard
02 - 2 Tbsp honey
03 - 1 Tbsp mayonnaise

→ For the pecan chicken

04 - 4 chicken cutlets
05 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 heaping Tbsp onion salt
07 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
08 - ¾ cup finely ground pecans
09 - ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
10 - 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
11 - 2 Tbsp canola or vegetable oil
12 - Lemon wedges, for serving
13 - Arugula microgreens or parsley, for serving
14 - Flaky sea salt, for serving

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine Dijon mustard, honey, and mayonnaise in a small bowl, then whisk to combine. Set aside.
02 - Combine all-purpose flour, onion salt, and black pepper in a large Ziploc bag. Add chicken cutlets, seal, then shake to thoroughly coat.
03 - Brush the honey mustard sauce on one side of each chicken cutlet. Combine finely ground pecans and panko breadcrumbs in a large bowl, then stir to mix well. Pour half of the breadcrumb coating on top of the chicken, pressing down gently to ensure it sticks. Turn chicken over and repeat until all cutlets are coated on both sides.
04 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and oil. When hot, add 2 chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown. Carefully flip, then cook for an additional 3 minutes. Transfer seared chicken to a rimmed baking sheet. Wipe out the pan if needed, add more oil, and cook remaining chicken cutlets.
05 - Place the baking sheet with chicken in a preheated oven and cook for another 5-10 minutes. Chicken is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve with lemon wedges, arugula microgreens (optional), and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

# Notes:

01 - Brush chicken with honey mustard sauce for enhanced flavor, as an egg wash will not provide the same depth.
02 - Use panko breadcrumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
03 - Substitute microgreens with baby arugula or freshly chopped parsley if unavailable.

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