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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- 1/4 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 large egg white
- 2 tablespoons water
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 161g | |
| Recipe makes 2 servings | |
| Calories 282 | |
| Calories from Fat 118 | 42% |
| Total Fat 13.81g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 2.05g | 8% |
| Trans Fat 0.03g | |
| Cholesterol 158mg | 53% |
| Sodium 779mg | 32% |
| Potassium 357mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs 12.14g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.1g | 7% |
| Sugars 1.63g | 1% |
| Protein 27.48g | 44% |
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