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Perfect for any time of the week, this air fryer pecan crusted chicken is one of the best chicken dinner recipes that the whole family will enjoy. Amazingly crispy on the outside and juicy and tender inside, changing your go-to chicken dinner recipe with a different flavor and texture.
This easy pecan crusted chicken recipe is great for whenever you need to put dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. Family-friendly and great with a combination of side dishes like this simple asparagus or our bacon-wrapped asparagus.
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You can enjoy this chicken breast recipe any time of the year, but something about fall and pecan makes this recipe perfect for pecans season.
Ingredients
How to make pecan crusted chicken in the air fryer?
You will love how quick this air fryer pecan crusted chicken is made using this new appliance.
- First, stir together the pecan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl; then spread the mixture on a plate.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg, set it aside.
- Pat dry the chicken breast with a paper towel. Next, dip the chicken into the egg; then dredge with the pecan mixture pressing down to coat. Repeat with remaining pieces.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer; spray with avocado oil. Cook for ten minutes or until an instant meat thermometer reaches 165ºF.
- Allow the chicken to rest before serving.
Recipe Tips
- You can use a food processor to chop the pecan; pulse a few times.
- Use panko or regular breadcrumbs for this recipe.
- Be sure to use a meat thermometer when cooking poultry in the air fryer.
- The cooking times may vary depending on the type of air fryer you have.
- If you have whole chicken breast, you can find the steps photos on how to cut it in this instant pot recipe.
How Long to Cook Pecan Crusted Chicken in Air Fryer
You will want to cook the chicken breast for at least ten minutes at 370 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to use an instant meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165ºF in the thickest part.
How to make crusted chicken in the oven?
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF, line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper, and spray with avocado oil.
- Follow steps 1,2,3 in the recipe card
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until it reaches 165ºF in the thickest part of the chicken.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Pecan Crusted Chicken
We like to serve this chicken with a variety of side dishes such as veggies and carbs. Some of our favorite side dishes include:
- Cauliflower mash.
- Air Fryer Spaghetti squash
- Crispy Broccoli
- Steamed asparagus
- You can also serve this chicken with salads and soups.
How to Store Pecan Crusted Chicken?
The refrigerator: Store the leftovers within two hours in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
The Freezer: Once the chicken breast is cold, wrap them in plastic wrap and foil, then store them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to three months.
The recommendation of the FDA is to discard any meat that has been at room temperature for more than two hours because bacteria can grow rapidly at a temperature between 40ºF and 140ºF.
How to Reheat Pecan Chicken Breast
- Air Fryer – Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for two to three minutes until heated through.
- Oven – Reheat this pecan crusted chicken in the oven at 350°F for ten minutes or until heated through.
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Best Air Fryer Pecan Crusted Chicken Recipe
Yield: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Perfect for any time of the week, this air fryer pecan crusted chicken is one of the best chicken dinner recipes that the whole family will enjoy. Amazingly crispy on the outside and juicy and tender inside, changing your go-to chicken dinner recipe with a different flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (salt-free)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast, cut in half lengthwise
Instructions
- In a bowl, stir together pecan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper; spread into a plate.
- Whisk the egg in a bowl and set it aside.
- Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel. Dip the chicken into the egg, then dredge with the pecan mixture pressing down to coat. Repeat with remaining pieces.
- Place the chicken breast inside the air fryer basket in a single layer; spray with avocado oil and air fry to 370ºF for 10 minutes turning halfway through or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF.
Remove from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use a food processor to chop the pecan; pulse a few times.
- Use panko or regular breadcrumbs for this recipe.
- Be sure to use a meat thermometer when cooking poultry in the air fryer.
- The cooking times may vary depending on the type of air fryer you have.
- Find the steps with photos on how to cut lenthwise chicken breast in this instant pot recipe.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 479Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 191mgSodium: 317mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 58g
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on products used. When the recipe list salt to taste the amount of salt is not calculated, only the sodium in the other ingredients is calculated.
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