Pecan-Breaded Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a shallow bowl or plate, combine the pecans, flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
3. In another shallow bowl or plate, beat the eggs.
4. Dip the chicken breasts in the egg mixture, then coat in the pecan mixture.
5. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
6. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Pecans are native to the southern United States and are a popular ingredient in many Southern dishes.
• Pecans are a good source of healthy monounsaturated fats and contain vitamins A, B, and E.
• Rosemary is an herb native to the Mediterranean and is often used in Italian and French cuisine.
• Rosemary is a good source of antioxidants and has been used medicinally for centuries.