Maple-Pecan-Crusted Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• ¾ cup finely chopped pecans
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a shallow bowl, mix pecans, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper together.
3. In a separate bowl, mix maple syrup and melted butter together.
4. Dip each chicken breast into the maple syrup mixture, then coat with the pecan-breadcrumb mixture.
5. Place chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
7. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Pecans are a type of tree nut native to North America.
• Maple syrup is made from the sap of maple trees.
• Breadcrumbs are often used to add crunch and texture to various dishes.