Pecan Chicken

A pecan coating adds a pleasant crunch to plain chicken.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup  finely chopped pecans
• 1⁄3 cup  dry breadcrumbs
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 4  boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 3  tablespoons Dijon mustard

• MAPLE-DIJON SAUCE

• 1⁄4 cup maple syrup
• 1  tablespoon Dijon mustard

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, combine the pecans, bread crumbs, thyme, paprika and salt. Coat chicken with mustard, then with pecan mixture. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until juices run clear. Combine sauce ingredients in a small bowl; serve with chicken.