Macadamia-Crusted Chicken with Desert Lime Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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Coated with crunchy macadamia nuts and finished with a tangy desert lime glaze inspired by Australian bush flavors. This Australian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, macadamia nuts, finely chopped, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, beaten
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup desert lime marmalade
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in a shallow dish, and 1 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts in another.
Step 2: Dip each chicken breast first into the flour, shaking off excess, then into 1 beaten large egg, and finally press firmly into the chopped macadamia nuts to coat evenly.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown crust forms.
Step 4: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the chicken for 12-15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
Step 5: Remove the chicken breasts from the oven and brush generously with 1/3 cup desert lime marmalade. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the glaze to set and flavors to meld.