Pineapple Macadamia Chicken Recipe

Pineapple Macadamia Chicken Recipe

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried minced onion
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup crushed pineapple
  • 1 tablespoon apricot preserves, warmed
  • Lettuce Leaves
  1. Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine the nits, seasoned salt, jerk seasoning, minced onion, onion powder and pepper. Place egg in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg; coat with nut mixture. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, cook chicken in oil for 3-4 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear. In a small bowl, combine pineapple and apricot preserves. Place lettuce on each plate; top with chicken and pineapple mixture.