Malibu Chicken

Crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly flavorful, Malibu Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that brings a unique twist to classic chicken recipes. Tender chicken breasts are coated with a perfectly seasoned breadcrumb crust, pan-fried to golden perfection, and topped with savory ham and melty Swiss cheese. This easy-to-make dish is then finished in the oven for a flawless balance of crispiness and gooeyness. Paired with a homemade honey mustard dipping sauce that blends creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors, Malibu Chicken makes for a crowd-pleasing dinner idea that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining, this recipe is sure to impress with its combination of textures, bold flavors, and surprisingly simple technique.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 4 pieces ham slices
• 4 pieces Swiss cheese slices
• 2 pieces eggs
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cups breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 0.25 cups mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and lightly pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to ensure an even coating.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, cook the breaded chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Place one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on top of each chicken breast.

Step 7

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

While the chicken is baking, make the honey mustard dipping sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.

Step 9

Serve the Malibu Chicken hot with a side of the honey mustard sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1385.8 grams (1385.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3607

Total Fat 185.90g	238%
Saturated Fat 46.20g	231%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.60g
Cholesterol 1171mg	390%
Sodium 7212mg	314%
Total Carbohydrate 188.20g	68%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 46.70g
Protein 300.60g	601%

Vitamin D 106IU	530%
Calcium 1102mg	85%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 625mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.1%

Protein: 33.1%

Carbs: 20.7%