PINEAPPLE MACADAMIA CHICKEN

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My family enjoys this summertime entree. It's quick, easy and oh-so-good served with cantaloupe wedges and iced tea. Each spicy-sweet bite reminds us of our trip to Hawaii.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless 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 canola oil
1/4 cup crushed pineapple
1 tablespoon apricot preserves, warmed
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine the nuts, 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., In a large 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 calories, Fat 61g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 438mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

plixxx
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful. I love serving this dish with rice or noodles.


Nombuso Hadebe
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This recipe is a winner. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I love serving this dish with rice or noodles.


Bimala Shahi
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I'm a big fan of chicken and pineapple, so I knew I would love this recipe. I was right! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


patrick cheruiyot
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This is a great recipe. The chicken was tender and flavorful. The pineapple and macadamia nuts added a delicious tropical twist. I will definitely be making this again.


ROO JOHNSON
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful. I love serving this dish with rice or noodles.


jallo lol
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This recipe is a winner. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I love serving this dish with rice or noodles.


Musa Rehan
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I'm a big fan of chicken and pineapple, so I knew I would love this recipe. I was right! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shumaim Mughal
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This is a great recipe. The chicken was tender and flavorful. The pineapple and macadamia nuts added a delicious tropical twist. I will definitely be making this again.


Agnes Maletsiri
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I made this for my husband's birthday dinner and he loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Zaid ChaudHary
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. The pineapple and macadamia nuts added a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Imran Iqbal
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful. I love serving this dish with rice or noodles.


Yazid Sunshine
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This recipe is a keeper. The chicken was so tender and flavorful. The pineapple and macadamia nuts added a delicious tropical touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Stefany Scaggs
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I'm a big fan of pineapple and macadamia nuts, so I knew I would love this recipe. I was right! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


kamran jan
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I made this for my family and they all loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jamie greys
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This is my new go-to chicken recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of pineapple, macadamia nuts, and chicken.


Thabang Mkhwanazi
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The pineapple and macadamia nuts added a unique and flavorful twist that I loved. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zhila Showup
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This pineapple macadamia chicken was a hit at my dinner party! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pineapple and macadamia nuts added a delicious tropical flavor. I will definitely be making this again.