Butter Pecan Chicken Bites

Name: Butter Pecan Chicken Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 3 1/2 c. pecans, finely chopped; 2 tbsp. butter, melted, divided; 2 large eggs; 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar; Zest of 1 lemon; 1/2 tsp. ground cayenne (optional); 1 1/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast (about 2 large), cut into bite-sized pieces; 1/4 c. all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling; 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper; 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp. honey; 1 tsp. lemon juice; Lemon wedges, for serving; Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Prep:15min

Pecan and chicken are an underrated pair: a quick dredge, then coated in crushed pecans, and baked for 15 minutes, this Butter Pecan Chicken is perfect for dinner or a satisfying, snackable appetizer.

Updated at: Sat, 27 Dec 2025 08:27:47 GMT