Maple-Pecan-Crusted Chicken

Maple-pecan-crusted chicken is quick and easy and full of fall-inspired sweet and savory flavors like pure maple syrup, pecans, mayonnaise, and panko,

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 258 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
• 0.25 cup chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place a wire rack onto a baking sheet and lightly coat with cooking spray.

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 3

Combine maple syrup, mayonnaise, and salt in a bowl. Combine panko and pecans in a separate bowl.

Step 4

Dip chicken in syrup mixture, then press into panko mixture. Place breaded chicken onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining chicken.