Macadamia-Crusted Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Macadamia-Crusted Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 each boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 qt. KRAFT Signature Honey Dijon Dressing, divided; 5-1/4 cups panko bread crumbs; 2-1/4 cups macadamia nuts, ground; 3 cups olive oil; 3 gal. spring mix greens; 1-1/2 qt. red onions, cut into thin strips; 1-1/2 qt. avocados, medium dice Target 10 ea For $10.00 thru 02/06; 3 cups plum tomatoes, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; to taste salt and pepper; 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved; 32 each navel oranges, segmented Safeway 1 lb For $0.79 thru 02/09; 1-1/2 qt. croutons

Servings: persons

24 each boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 qt. KRAFT Signature Honey Dijon Dressing, divided
5-1/4 cups panko bread crumbs
2-1/4 cups macadamia nuts, ground
3 cups olive oil
3 gal. spring mix greens
1-1/2 qt. red onions, cut into thin strips
1-1/2 qt. avocados, medium dice Target 10 ea For $10.00 thru 02/06
3 cups plum tomatoes, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
to taste salt and pepper
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
32 each navel oranges, segmented Safeway 1 lb For $0.79 thru 02/09
1-1/2 qt. croutons

1
Marinate chicken in 1-1/2 qt.
2
of the dressing (or in 1/4 cup of the dressing for trial recipe) 1 hour.
3
Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade.
4
Mix bread crumbs and nuts; use to coat chicken.
5
Refrigerate until ready to use.
6
For each serving: Heat oil on medium-high heat.
7
Add 1 chicken breast; cook 2 to 3 min.
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on each side or until golden brown on both sides.
9
Transfer to sheet pan; bake in 350 degrees F-convection oven 10 min.
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or until done (165 degrees F).
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Cool slightly.
12
Toss 2 cups greens with 1/4 cup each onions and avocados, 2 Tbsp.
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tomatoes and 1 Tbsp.
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of the remaining dressing.
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Place on plate.
16
Slice chicken; place on salad.
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Season with salt and pepper.
18
Top with 1/2 Tbsp.
19
cheese, about 3 orange segments, 1 tsp.
20
of the remaining dressing and 1/4 cup croutons.

3726

kcal

Calories

216

Fat

237

Carbs

219

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 each boneless skinless chicken breasts, 2 qt. KRAFT Signature Honey Dijon Dressing, divided, 5-1/4 cups panko bread crumbs, 2-1/4 cups macadamia nuts, ground, and more.

Yes, Macadamia-Crusted Chicken Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Macadamia-Crusted Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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