Irresistible Bourbon Pecan Chicken: The Ultimate Recipe

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • ½cupfinely chopped pecans

  • ½cupdry bread crumbs

  • 8skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • ¼cupclarified butter, melted

  • ¼cupDijon mustard

  • ¼cupdark brown sugar

  • 2 ⅔tablespoonsbourbon whiskey

  • 2tablespoonssoy sauce

  • 1teaspoonWorcestershire sauce

  • ¾cupunsalted butter, chilled and cut into small cubes

  • ½cupsliced green onions

Cooking Directions

  1. Stir together the pecans, bread crumbs, and 2 tablespoons of clarified butter. Spread the mixture out on a plate. Press the chicken breasts into the mixture to coat on both sides. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of clarified butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the coated chicken breasts in the pan, and fry on both sides until nicely browned and chicken meat is cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.

  2. In a small saucepan, whisk together the Dijon mustard, brown sugar, bourbon, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, then remove from the burner, and whisk in the 3/4 cup of unsalted butter one piece at a time. Do not return to the heat.

  3. Arrange the chicken breasts on a large serving plate. Pour the sauce over the chicken, and sprinkle with green onion.

Editor’s Note:

Please note differences in ingredient amounts and servings when following the magazine version of this recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories486
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
33g
42%
Saturated Fat
17g
83%
Cholesterol
134mg
45%
Sodium
537mg
23%
Total Carbohydrate
16g
6%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Total Sugars
8g
Protein
29g
57%
Vitamin C
1mg
2%
Calcium
48mg
4%
Iron
2mg
9%
Potassium
309mg
7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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