Macadamia Crusted Chicken With Fava Bean Salad

Name: Macadamia Crusted Chicken With Fava Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted macadamia nuts; 1/4 cup sesame seeds; 2 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp fennel seeds; 2 tsp ground coriander; 4 None chicken breasts; 1/3 cup Dijon mustard; 1/3 cup vegetable or olive oil; 8 oz frozen fava beans, thawed, shelled; 1 3/4 cups canned sweet corn; 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (from a jar), drained and finely chopped; 1 None small red onion, finely chopped; 2 tbsp Italian parsley, finely chopped; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, crushed

Servings: persons

1/2 cup unsalted macadamia nuts
1/4 cup sesame seeds
2 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp fennel seeds
2 tsp ground coriander
4 None chicken breasts
1/3 cup Dijon mustard
1/3 cup vegetable or olive oil
8 oz frozen fava beans, thawed, shelled
1 3/4 cups canned sweet corn
1/2 cup roasted red peppers (from a jar), drained and finely chopped
1 None small red onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp Italian parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed

1
In a food processor, process nuts until coarsely chopped. Add seeds, coriander and a pinch of salt and process briefly until combined. Transfer to a large plate. Brush both sides of chicken with mustard. Press chicken into nut mixture to coat lightly.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Heat oil in a large frying pan over moderate heat. Cook chicken, in batches, for 1-2 mins each side or until golden. Transfer to prepared tray. Bake chicken for 10-12 mins or until cooked. Remove from oven. Stand for 5 mins. Slice thickly.
3
For the fava bean salad, cook beans in a medium saucepan of boiling water for 4 mins or until tender. Drain and refresh under cold water. Transfer to a large glass bowl. Add remaining ingredients. Season with salt and stir to combine. Serve with the chicken.

705

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Protein

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* 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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup unsalted macadamia nuts, 1/4 cup sesame seeds, 2 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp fennel seeds, and more.

Yes, Macadamia Crusted Chicken With Fava Bean 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!