honey pecan chicken

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
San Diego

From an old community cookbook.

(2 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For honey pecan chicken

  • SAUCE:
  • 2 Tbsp
    unsalted butter
  • 1 Tbsp
    shallot, minced
  • 1 c
    orange juice, fresh
  • 1/4 c
    bourboun
  • 1 c
    whipping cream
  • 2 Tbsp
    honey
  • 1 Tbsp
    cider vinegar
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • CHICKEN:
  • 1/4 c
    flour
  • 1 tsp
    fresh thyme, minced
  • 1/4 c
    pecans, finely chopped
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • 6
    boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • olive oil

How To Make honey pecan chicken

  • 1
    Make the sauce: Heat butter in a medium saucepan. Add shallots and cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes or until tender, but not browned.
  • 2
    Add the orange juice and bourbon. Increase heat and continue cooking until the liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup.
  • 3
    Add the cream and reduce until slightly thickened. Add honey and vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 4
    Make the chicken: Combine the flour, thyme, pecans, salt and pepper. Heat a small amount of oil in a large skillet.
  • 5
    Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, add it to the pan and saute until golden brown.
  • 6
    NOTE: if the chicken breasts are large and thick, after sauteeing, cover pan and continue cooking for 10 minutes, then remove lid and saute another 2-3 minutes.
  • 7
    Pour sauce onto each plate and place chicken breast in center. Serve additional sauce separately.

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