Macadamia-Crusted Chicken with Kakadu Plum Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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Coated in a crunchy macadamia nut crust and finished with a tangy, sweet Kakadu plum glaze inspired by Australian native fruits. This Australian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, macadamia nuts (chopped), panko breadcrumbs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless (6 oz each) chicken breasts
1 cup macadamia nuts (chopped)
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs (beaten)
3 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup Kakadu plum jam
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season 4 chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Set up three shallow dishes: one with 1/2 cup flour, one with 2 beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts and 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs.
Step 2: Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into beaten eggs, and finally press into the macadamia-panko mixture, coating thoroughly.
Step 3: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 4: While chicken browns, combine 1/3 cup Kakadu plum jam, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat until the glaze is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake chicken for 12-15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
Step 6: Remove chicken and brush generously with the Kakadu plum glaze before serving.