Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of the Malibu Chicken Recipe, a crispy and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts, creamy Swiss cheese, and a delightful breading. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, offering a satisfying crunch and rich taste that will please everyone at the table. With simple steps and versatile ingredients, you can customize this dish to suit your palate. Serve it alongside fresh salads or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that’s both comforting and impressive.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (6–8 oz each)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1 ½ cups Panko Breadcrumbs
- 4 slices Cooked Chicken (substitute for ham)
- 4–8 slices Swiss Cheese
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- Pinch of Salt and Black Pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons Milk or Cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with optional garlic powder and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes each side).
- Layer cooked chicken slices and Swiss cheese on top of each breast; transfer to the oven for baking until cheese melts (about 5-10 minutes).
- Prepare the sauce by mixing mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and milk/cream until smooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 140mg