Macadamia chicken breasts with tropical marmalade is a delectable dish that combines the rich flavors of macadamia nuts, tangy tropical marmalade, and succulent chicken breasts. This recipe offers a delightful fusion of textures and tastes, making it a perfect choice for a special occasion or a casual weeknight dinner. The chicken breasts are marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs, spices, and citrus, then coated in a crispy macadamia nut crust and baked to perfection. The tropical marmalade adds a vibrant sweetness and tanginess that complements the savory chicken, while the macadamia nuts provide a satisfying crunch.
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ORANGE MARMALADE CHICKEN
Try this easy, quick and delicious recipe that is ready in less than an hour. This recipe is so versatile that any cut of chicken will work.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Leg Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Season drumsticks with salt and pepper and place in an oven-proof dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Combine orange marmalade, Dijon mustard, barbeque sauce, sambal oelek, and soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Remove dish from oven and brush chicken with marmalade mixture. Return to the oven and bake an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove dish again, turn chicken over, brush with marmalade mixture, and continue baking until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Remove dish from oven and baste chicken with remaining marmalade mixture. Preheat the oven's broiler. Return to the oven and broil until chicken starts to blacken and blister, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 123.8 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 754.3 mg, Sugar 35.8 g
MACADAMIA NUT CHICKEN BREASTS WITH TROPICAL MARMALADE
This is different than the few similar recipes already posted to this site. It is included a cookbook I have called Chefs of Aloha: Favorite Recipes from the Top Chefs of Hawaii (and is attributed to Diamond Head Restaurant).
Provided by Northwestgal
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl, and blend well. Add chicken breasts, and let marinate for 1 hour in the refrigerator, turning occasionally.
- While chicken is marinating, prepare the Tropical Marmalade by combining in a saucepan all the Tropical Marmalade ingredients (except mint); bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and let simmer for 1 hour or until the mixture reaches jam consistency. Stir frequently to avoid scorching. Cool. Fold in fresh mint, to taste; set aside.
- Remove chicken from refrigerator, and let drain. Combine macadamia nuts and bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Dredge chicken breasts in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and then coat with the macadamia nut mixture.
- In a heavy skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat. Saute chicken for 6 to 8 minutes, turning once. (Add a litte more oil if necessary, since macadamia nuts may absorb oil.).
- Serve with Tropical Marmalade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 750.9, Fat 42.5, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 190.9, Sodium 1607.5, Carbohydrate 53.7, Fiber 5, Sugar 29.4, Protein 41.2
CRUNCHY MACADAMIA NUT CHICKEN OVER TROPICAL FRUIT PAELLA
Steps:
- Place oatmeal in food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Remove to a bowl and set aside. Place macadamia nuts in food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not stuck together. Add nuts to oatmeal and mix well. Add flour, thyme, and Parmesan to mixture, mix until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Dip chicken breasts in butter, then dredge breasts in oatmeal mixture until breasts are well-coated. In large skillet heat canola oil over medium high heat. Add chicken in and fry, turning once until crispy and brown, about 4 minutes on each side. Or just brown and bake in 350 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Serve atop fruit paella with a side of chutney dipping sauce.
- Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl. Serve with chicken.
- Place rice in sieve and rinse under cold water until water runs clear. Drain well. In a saucepan heat the 1/4 cup olive oil and saute onion until softened. Add the lemongrass, rice and salt, stir well. Add broth, stir, cover and cook for 12-16 minutes over medium hat until rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove and discard the lemongrass. Saute garlic and ginger in remaining olive oil about 4 to 5 minutes, until softened. Add red bell pepper, water chestnuts, and fruits and saute lightly for 2 minutes until heated through. Add rum and flambe to remove alcohol. Toss with rice and serve warm with chicken.
MACADAMIA CRUSTED CHICKEN MEDALLIONS
Steps:
- Make Macadamia flour: mix together flour, pulverized nuts and season with salt and fresh black pepper. Make egg dip for chicken breast: mix one egg with milk and 1 tablespoon mustard, and season with salt and fresh black pepper. Make mustard sauce: mix remaining mustard and mayonnaise, and thin with water.
- Slice the chicken breasts in 3 horizontal slices. Pound them slightly between plastic wrap or waxed paper, season with salt and pepper. Slice the onion thinly, saute it in 1 tablespoon olive oil for about 4 to 5 minutes until caramelized. Remove from pan.
- Flour chicken pieces and dredge in the egg dip, then flour them again. Saute them for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan to a baking sheet and bake them at 375 degrees for 3 to 4 minutes, or until juices run clear. Drain excess oil and breading from the saute pan, and add 1 tablespoon olive oil and sliced garlic. Stir until golden. Add spinach and red pepper, sauteeing until spinach is wilted. Season with salt and pepper, and transfer to the center of a serving plate. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. When melted, add the onions and cook briefly. Place on top of the spinach. Remove the chicken from the oven and fan it around the vegetables. Spoon the mustard sauce around it
CHICKEN BREASTS WITH MARMALADE GLAZE
Sweet marmalade-glazed chicken breasts. Serve with white rice.
Provided by SMURFETE09
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Whisk ketchup, marmalade, garlic, red pepper flakes, chili powder, and dry mustard together in a small bowl.
- Place chicken on the preheated grill and cook, flipping occasionally, for 25 minutes. Brush on glaze and cook, flipping as needed, until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Remove from the grill, brush on more glaze, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 126.6 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 300.1 mg, Sugar 27.5 g
MACADAMIA NUT CHICKEN BREASTS
The Macadamia nut crust keeps the chicken moist and adds a rich nutty flavor. You can also use the crust for fish. Serve with Mango Salsa or Chutney. Posted by request from Sam Choy's "Island Flavors". Prep time includes marinating and chilling.
Provided by Lorac
Categories Chicken
Time 2h8m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Marinade: Combine ingredients.
- Chicken: Marinate chicken for 1 hour, turning occasionally, then drain.
- Combine nuts and bread crumbs.
- Dredge chicken in flour, dip in beaten eggs then coat with nut mixture and chill for at least 1/2 hour.
- In a heavy skillet, heat oil and butter and sauté chicken over medium heat for 6-8 minutes turning once, adding more oil if necessary.
- Garnish and serve with Mango Chutney.
CHICKEN MARMALADE
As the children were growing up, it was fun to try different recipes. If they ate what I served and liked it, I would use it for an entree with company. If the dish passed the kids' palates, I knew others would enjoy it. -Joi Freeman Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper and salt; set aside. , In a large skillet, saute onion in oil and butter until tender. Sprinkle with the garlic powder and remaining lemon-pepper. Remove onion and keep warm., In the same skillet, cook chicken over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side or a thermometer reaches 170°. Spread marmalade over chicken. Return onion to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the marmalade is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken breasts. For this recipe, it's best to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When searing the chicken, make sure to give the pieces enough space so that they can brown properly. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
- Use a good quality tropical marmalade. The marmalade is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a marmalade that is made with real fruit and has a bright, tangy flavor.
- Garnish the chicken with fresh herbs. Before serving, garnish the chicken with fresh herbs like cilantro, mint, or parsley. This will add a pop of color and freshness to the dish.
Conclusion:
This macadamia chicken breasts with tropical marmalade is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the marmalade adds a sweet and tangy flavor. Serve the chicken with rice or your favorite side dish and enjoy!
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