Pecan-Crusted Chicken Tenders over Salad Recipe

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Pecan-Crusted Chicken Tenders over Salad
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Directions:

  1. Heat 1 1/2 to 2 inches oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
  2. Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper.
  3. Set out 3 shallow dishes; place flour in one; eggs beaten with milk in a second; in the third dish, combine the bread crumbs, ground pecans, nutmeg, and orange zest.
  4. In batches, coat tenders in flour, then egg, then bread crumb/pecan mixture.
  5. Fry tenders in small batches, 6-7 minutes, and drain them on paper towels.
  6. For dressing: combine maple syrup, barbecue sauce, and orange juice; whisk in oil and set aside while cooking chicken.
  7. In a large bowl, combine romaine, radishes, and scallions; toss with 3/4 of the dressing; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Top with pecan-crusted chicken tenders and drizzle remaining dressing over the top.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1365.39 Kcal (5717 kJ)
Calories from fat 795.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 88.39g 136%
Cholesterol 131.07mg 44%
Sodium 1308.09mg 55%
Potassium 1172.93mg 25%
Total Carbs 111.38g 37%
Sugars 35.68g 143%
Dietary Fiber 14.18g 57%
Protein 38.69g 77%
Vitamin C 23.5mg 39%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 4%
Iron 5.2mg 29%
Calcium 224.7mg 22%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 274.54 Kcal (1149 kJ)
Calories from fat 159.96 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.77g 136%
Cholesterol 26.35mg 44%
Sodium 263.02mg 55%
Potassium 235.84mg 25%
Total Carbs 22.39g 37%
Sugars 7.17g 143%
Dietary Fiber 2.85g 57%
Protein 7.78g 77%
Vitamin C 4.7mg 39%
Iron 1.1mg 29%
Calcium 45.2mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 33.9
    Points
  • 37
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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