Macadamia-Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

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Coated with a crunchy macadamia nut crust, infused with fresh lemon zest and thyme for bright Australian flavors. This Australian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, macadamia nuts, lemon zest for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless (6 oz each) chicken breasts
1 cup, finely chopped macadamia nuts
1 tbsp, finely grated lemon zest
1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large, beaten eggs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in another shallow dish, and beat 2 large eggs in a third dish.
Step 3: Pat dry 4 chicken breasts. Dredge each breast first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press firmly into the macadamia nut mixture, ensuring an even crust.
Step 4: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the crusted chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the crust is golden brown.
Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the crust to set and the meat to remain juicy.