Maple Pecan Chicken

I always welcome a fresh new spin on weeknight chicken dinner. This Maple Pecan Chicken recipe provides just that: a nice refresh of a go-to. When it comes to incorporating pecans into dinner recipes, you will find just as many opportunities as incorporating pecans into dessert. 

3 Reasons to Love this Maple Pecan Chicken Recipe 

1. This Maple Pecan Chicken recipe is so simple and easy: 5 simple ingredients and 20 quick minutes. 
2. This Maple Pecan Chicken recipe can be used with pork also. Simply use whichever one you have handy.
3. This Maple Pecan Chicken recipe adds a fresh twist to weeknight chicken. I know I get tired of the same old, same old and this recipe provides some sweet unique inspiration.

Maple Pecan Chicken Recipe

• 1 ½  Pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
• ½ Cup Farm Fresh Large Pecan Pieces
• 2 Tablespoons Maple Syrup

Directions

1. Between two pieces of plastic wrap, flatten the chicken breasts. 
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium-heat. Place chicken in the skillet and brown both sides. 
3. Reduce heat and cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until no longer pink in the middle. 
4. Pour maple syrup and farm fresh pecan pieces over the chicken and cover for 3 minutes.