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Walnut Crusted Cherry Chicken A1 Recipe

This recipe elevates simple chicken breasts into a gourmet masterpiece! Juicy chicken is coated in a crunchy walnut crust and drizzled with a luscious cherry sauce – a unique twist on a classic A1 flavor profile. The best part? The leftover cherry sauce transforms into a delicious jam, perfect for future use on toast, yogurt, or as a glaze! Impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make, show-stopping dish.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 1079 kcal
Protein 84g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Walnut Crusted Cherry Chicken A1

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How to Make Walnut Crusted Cherry Chicken A1

  1. Preheat your propane grill to 450°F (232°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine 1 cup walnuts, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp onion powder, and 1/4 tsp paprika. Pulse until coarsely ground.
  3. Rub 1 tbsp olive oil over 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Season generously with the walnut mixture, pressing to adhere, ensuring to get under the skin.
  4. Reduce grill temperature to 425°F (218°C). Grill chicken for 10-15 minutes per side, or until an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached and juices run clear.
  5. Remove chicken from grill and cover to keep warm.
  6. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8 minutes.
  7. Strain cherries, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid plus 3 tablespoons. Remove any pits from the cherries.
  8. Return the cherries and 1/4 cup reserved liquid to the saucepan. Add 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tbsp A1 steak sauce, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp agave nectar, 1 tbsp fig jelly, and 1 tbsp jalapeño jelly.
  9. Bring to a rapid boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. In the food processor (cleaned), combine the remaining 3 tablespoons of cherry liquid and the cherry mixture. Pulse until smooth.
  11. Pour the cherry sauce over the grilled chicken. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

198g

Fat

64g

Carbs

21g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation For 1 Or 2 Sauces Main Dish Condiments Etc Number Of Servings A1 Sauce