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The Lady And Sons Pecan Chicken Paula Deen Recipe

Taste the irresistible charm of Savannah with Paula Deen's legendary Pecan Chicken recipe, straight from The Lady & Sons restaurant! This Southern classic features juicy chicken coated in a crunchy pecan crust, baked to golden perfection. Drizzle with warm honey for an extra touch of sweetness and enjoy an authentic taste of Southern hospitality. Get ready for a truly unforgettable culinary experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 1215.8 kcal
Protein 155g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for The Lady And Sons Pecan Chicken Paula Deen

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How to Make The Lady And Sons Pecan Chicken Paula Deen

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a 10 x 15-inch baking pan.
  3. In a shallow dish, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk and 1 large egg.
  4. In another shallow dish, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup chopped pecans, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.
  5. Dip each chicken piece in the buttermilk mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
  6. Then, dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  7. Place the chicken pieces, skin-side down, in the melted butter in the baking pan.
  8. Carefully turn each piece to coat both sides with the butter.
  9. Sprinkle generously with pecan halves.
  10. Bake for 75-90 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before drizzling with warm honey and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

67 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

140g

Carbs

7g

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