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Maple Pecan Chicken Skillet with Apples

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delicious one-pan dish combining tender chicken, sweet apples, and toasted pecans in a maple glaze.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed

Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Fruits

  • 1 apple apple, sliced (preferably Honeycrisp or Gala)

Nuts

  • 1/4 cup pecans, toasted

Broth & Syrup

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Mustard & Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions 

  • Cube the chicken and slice the apple. Toast pecans if needed.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper, sear 2–3 minutes per side. Remove from pan.
  • Add apples to the skillet and sauté 3–4 minutes. Stir in broth, maple syrup, Dijon, salt, and pepper. Simmer briefly.
  • Return chicken to the skillet, coat with glaze, and simmer 4–5 minutes until thickened.
  • Stir in toasted pecans before serving. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Serve with your favorite side for a complete meal.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apples, chicken, maple syrup, pecans