Name: Heart Healthy Air Fryer Pecan Crusted Chicken
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken (4 oz each); 2 egg whites; 2 tsp cornstarch; 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup gluten-free plain panko bread crumbs; 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 cup finely chopped pecans; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

(5.0)

By Jessica Kielman

Published 10/17/2024

Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT

Approved for These Diets:

Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic

Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

This Heart Healthy Air Fryer Pecan Crusted Chicken is a deliciously crispy and nutty dinner that’s perfect for any heart-healthy or diabetic-friendly diet. Made with lean chicken breasts, crunchy pecans, and gluten-free panko, it’s a low-carb, high-protein option ready in just 30 minutes.

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Total Time

30 minutes

Servings

4

Calories

358

Directions

Step 1

Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
Step 2

Halve chicken breasts and pound with a mallet.
Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together egg whites, cornstarch and lemon juice. Pour into a shallow dish for dipping chicken.
Step 4

In another medium bowl, combine all crust mixture ingredients (bread crumbs and seasonings).
Step 5

Dip pounded chicken in egg white mixture, and then dredge in crust mixture.
Step 6

Lightly grease the inside of the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Place chicken in air fryer and cook for 14 minutes, flipping over halfway through cooking time.
Step 7

Remove from air fryer and allow to sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

4 oz chicken

358

Calories

18

g

Fat

66

mg

Cholesterol

198

mg

Sodium

18

g

Carbs

2

g

Sat. Fat

3

g

Fiber

32

g

Protein

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