Golden, crunchy and deeply satisfying, this macadamia-crusted chicken is a celebration of bold flavour and texture. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a nutty, parmesan-spiked crust, then roasted to perfection before being finished with a vibrant lemon and herb macadamia drizzle. The result is a dish that feels both elevated and comforting — ideal for an easy dinner that still impresses. Serve with a crisp salad or seasonal sides for a beautifully balanced meal.
The Roasted Dad’s Macadamia-Crusted Chicken with Lemon & Herb Macadamia Drizzle
Ingredients
- Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- Macadamia crust
- 1 cup toasted macadamia nuts (Rough chopped or pulsed in a food processor)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon & Herb Macadamia Drizzle
- ½ cup macadamia nuts (lightly toasted)
- 6 tbsp macadamia nut oil
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 small garlic clove
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh basil or thyme (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- For Cooking
- 2–3 tbsp macadamia nut oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°C
Lightly pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
In a bowl mix chopped macadamias, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika.
Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and milk, and one with the macadamia crust mixture.
Dip each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then press into the macadamia crust mixture.
Heat the macadamia nut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
Transfer chicken to a baking tray and bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 75°C measure with a thermometer).
To make the drizzle, blend toasted macadamias, macadamia nut oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, garlic, parsley, basil/thyme, salt and pepper until slightly textured. Add warm water gradually until the sauce reaches a drizzle consistency.
Serve chicken with the lemon & herb macadamia drizzle over the top and garnish with extra herbs or lemon zest.
Also See: Why Macadamias deserve a place in your everyday diet
Why Macadamias deserve a place in your everyday diet
