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Air Fried Pecan Crusted Chicken with Maple Honey Mustard Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • 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 is a deliciously crunchy, protein-rich dish featuring juicy chicken breast coated in a pecan and panko breadcrumb crust. The chicken is cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a healthier twist on traditional fried chicken, then finished with a sweet and tangy glaze made from honey mustard and maple syrup. This recipe combines savory, nutty, and sweet flavors for a satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

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

Maple Honey Mustard Glaze

  • 1 tbsp honey mustard
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into 4 even slices to ensure they cook evenly and quickly in the air fryer.
  2. Grind Pecans: Use a food processor to finely grind the pecans, allowing them to blend seamlessly with the breadcrumbs for a crunchy coating.
  3. Mix Coating Ingredients: In a shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, ground pecans, garlic powder, and kosher salt to create the flavorful crust mixture.
  4. Prepare Egg Wash: In a separate bowl, pour the egg whites to use as a binder for the coating.
  5. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken slice first into the egg whites, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the pecan and panko mixture to coat evenly.
  6. Prep Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and promote crispiness.
  7. Air Fry the Chicken: Place the coated chicken slices into the basket in a single layer, then air fry at 370°F (188°C) for about 10 minutes. Flip the chicken halfway through cooking and spray lightly again with olive oil to ensure even browning and crispness. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the honey mustard and maple syrup until well combined to create a sweet and tangy glaze.
  9. Serve: Drizzle the maple honey mustard glaze over the air-fried chicken slices and serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

Notes

  • WW Points: 4 WW points per piece with glaze (green plan), 3 WW points per piece with glaze (blue and purple plans).
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  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
  • To make the coating extra crunchy, use freshly ground pecans and panko breadcrumbs.
  • Olive oil spray can be substituted with any high smoke-point oil spray.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece with glaze
  • Calories: 232
  • 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

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