Man Catching" Fried Chicken with Honey-Pecan Glaze

Health score
11%
Man Catching" Fried Chicken with Honey-Pecan Glaze
45 min.
8
833kcal

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Are you ready to impress your family and friends with a dish that’s not only delicious but also has a fun name? Introducing the "Man Catching" Fried Chicken with Honey-Pecan Glaze! This mouthwatering recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a lively gathering with friends. With its crispy, golden-brown exterior and juicy, tender meat, this fried chicken is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

The secret to this dish lies in the buttermilk marinade, which infuses the chicken with flavor and ensures it stays moist during frying. The addition of a sweet and nutty honey-pecan glaze elevates this classic comfort food to a whole new level, making it irresistible. Imagine the delightful crunch of pecans paired with the rich sweetness of honey drizzled over perfectly fried chicken—it's a match made in culinary heaven!

This recipe serves eight, making it ideal for family gatherings or potlucks. Plus, it can be prepared in just 45 minutes, so you won’t have to spend all day in the kitchen. Whether you’re serving it for lunch or dinner, this dish is bound to leave everyone asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a fried chicken masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • cups buttermilk 
  • 4.5 pounds chicken pieces (breast, drumsticks, and thighs)
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 0.5 cup pecans coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon salt 
  • cups self raising flour 
  • servings vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Place chicken pieces in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk together buttermilk and egg until blended; pour over chicken. Cover and chill 1 to 8 hours, turning chicken after 30 minutes.
  3. Pour vegetable oil to depth of 1 1/2 inches into a cast-iron Dutch oven; heat over medium heat to 34
  4. Whisk together flour, salt, ground red pepper, garlic powder, and ground black pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Fry chicken, in 2 batches, in hot oil 20 to 22 minutes or until done, turning occasionally.
  5. Drain on a wire rack over paper towels.
  6. Place on a wire rack in a jelly-roll pan, and keep warm in a 200 oven. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; whisk in honey until blended. Stir in pecans; bring mixture to a boil, whisking often. Reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  7. Drizzle over chicken, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories833kcal
Protein18.97%
Fat64.01%
Carbs17.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.91
Glycemic Load
20.2
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.098695775737%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.66mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:833.28kcal
41.66%
Fat:59.21g
91.1%
Saturated Fat:18.7g
116.9%
Carbohydrates:35.42g
11.81%
Net Carbohydrates:33.99g
12.36%
Sugar:12.02g
13.35%
Cholesterol:190.48mg
63.49%
Sodium:1157.76mg
50.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.48g
78.97%
Vitamin B3:12.27mg
61.37%
Selenium:42.03µg
60.04%
Phosphorus:370.55mg
37.06%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.59%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.26%
Vitamin K:30.05µg
28.62%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.18%
Vitamin B5:2.12mg
21.17%
Zinc:3.17mg
21.15%
Vitamin A:786.64IU
15.73%
Vitamin E:2.35mg
15.68%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.89%
Magnesium:57.64mg
14.41%
Potassium:487.72mg
13.93%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.48%
Iron:2.21mg
12.25%
Copper:0.24mg
12.01%
Calcium:105.72mg
10.57%
Vitamin D:1.25µg
8.35%
Folate:28.85µg
7.21%
Fiber:1.42g
5.69%
Vitamin C:2.99mg
3.63%
Source:My Recipes