Chicken Cutlets with Pecan Sauce

Health score
12%
Chicken Cutlets with Pecan Sauce
45 min.
4
478kcal

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Indulge in a culinary experience that perfectly balances savory and sweet with our Chicken Cutlets with Pecan Sauce! This delightful dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, but it also serves four, making it an ideal choice for family lunches or a cozy dinner with friends.

The star of this recipe is chicken cutlets, expertly seasoned and cooked to golden perfection, creating a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the rich, nutty pecan sauce. Toasted pecans add a delightful texture and depth of flavor, while the blend of brown sugar and cider vinegar creates a luscious sauce that tantalizes the taste buds with its sweet and tangy notes.

Each serving boasts a well-balanced caloric profile, with hearty servings of protein to fuel your day, while the healthy fats from the pecans and butter provide a richness that you'll crave. This dish doesn't just feed the body; it also feeds the soul, bringing warmth and comfort to your dining experience.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself to an exquisite meal, this Chicken Cutlets with Pecan Sauce is sure to delight. Get your frying pan ready and embrace the art of cooking that promises both delectable flavors and smiles at the table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter divided
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • 1.3 lb chicken cutlets 
  • tablespoons cider vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pecans 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat pecans and 2 Tbsp. butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, stirring often, 2 to 3 minutes or until toasted and fragrant.
  2. Remove from skillet.
  3. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
  4. Cook chicken in hot oil in skillet over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and done.
  5. Transfer to a serving platter. Top with pecans.
  6. Add chicken broth to skillet, and cook 2 minutes, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet.
  7. Add brown sugar, vinegar, and thyme, and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until sugar is melted and sauce is slightly thickened.
  8. Whisk in remaining 2 Tbsp. butter.
  9. Serve sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories478kcal
Protein26.87%
Fat65.27%
Carbs7.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.75
Glycemic Load
3.22
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.813913332379%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.33mg
Delphinidin
0.9mg
Catechin
0.9mg
Epigallocatechin
0.7mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.28mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:477.83kcal
23.89%
Fat:34.72g
53.42%
Saturated Fat:10.33g
64.56%
Carbohydrates:9.4g
3.13%
Net Carbohydrates:7.95g
2.89%
Sugar:3.59g
3.98%
Cholesterol:121.81mg
40.6%
Sodium:947.66mg
41.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.16g
64.32%
Vitamin B3:15.34mg
76.72%
Selenium:48.06µg
68.66%
Vitamin B6:1.09mg
54.66%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.69%
Phosphorus:343.97mg
34.4%
Vitamin B5:2.18mg
21.77%
Potassium:603.94mg
17.26%
Vitamin E:2.31mg
15.41%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.96%
Magnesium:55.01mg
13.75%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.28%
Copper:0.21mg
10.31%
Vitamin K:10.6µg
10.1%
Zinc:1.47mg
9.81%
Vitamin A:410.7IU
8.21%
Iron:1.4mg
7.78%
Fiber:1.45g
5.8%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.22%
Folate:19.53µg
4.88%
Calcium:28.12mg
2.81%
Vitamin C:1.9mg
2.3%
Source:My Recipes