Description
Malibu Chicken is a crowd-pleasing dish that brings together crispy chicken, savory ham, and melted cheese for a delightful flavor experience. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings and can be baked for a healthier option or pan-fried for extra crunch. Each bite offers a satisfying combination of textures and flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its versatile ingredients and customizable options, you can tailor this dish to suit your family’s tastes. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delicious meal!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 4 slices cooked chicken ham
- 4–8 slices Swiss cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F if baking. Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thickness.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Bread the chicken: coat each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then press into breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Layer each cooked chicken breast with ham and Swiss cheese; transfer to an oven-safe dish if baking further until cheese melts.
- For the sauce, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and seasoning until smooth.
- Serve warm drizzled with sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Ensure even cooking by using uniform-sized chicken breasts. Feel free to substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère or Provolone for different flavors. Don’t skip the sauce; it adds vital tanginess that complements the richness of the dish.