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Pecan Chicken with Blue Cheese Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Crunchy pecan-crusted chicken breasts topped with a rich and creamy blue cheese sauce. This elegant yet simple dish combines the nutty texture of pecans with the bold flavor of blue cheese, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp butter

Blue Cheese Sauce

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the coating: In a shallow bowl, beat together the egg and 1 tablespoon of milk to create an egg wash. In another bowl, mix finely chopped pecans with breadcrumbs for the coating mixture.
  2. Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash to fully coat, then press into the pecan-breadcrumb mixture to cover evenly on all sides.
  3. Pan-sear the chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Finish cooking in the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Make the blue cheese sauce: While the chicken bakes, pour heavy cream into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat. Once it begins to simmer, add the crumbled blue cheese and stir until melted and smooth, about 2–3 minutes.
  6. Serve: Drizzle the warm blue cheese sauce over the cooked pecan-crusted chicken breasts and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure the chicken is patted dry before coating to help the egg wash and pecan mixture adhere better.
  • Use fresh pecans and good quality blue cheese for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of blue cheese in the sauce if you prefer a milder or stronger flavor.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • Internal temperature for safely cooked chicken should be 165°F (74°C).
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American / Southern

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/pecan-chicken-with-blue-cheese-sauce-recipe/