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Malibu Chicken

Deliciously Crispy Malibu Chicken with Creamy Mustard Sauce

This Deliciously Crispy Malibu Chicken is an effortless crowd-pleaser, marrying tender chicken, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts pounded thin
  • 8 slices Ham thin slices, Black Forest, Honey, or Virginia
  • 4 slices Swiss Cheese or substitute with Provolone or Gruyère
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup/maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce ensure gluten-free if necessary

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Shallow Dishes
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by gently pounding each chicken breast to a uniform thickness of about ¼ to ½ inch. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Prepare your breading station by arranging three shallow dishes in a line with flour, egg mixture, and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each seasoned chicken breast in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press into panko breadcrumbs.
  4. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook the breaded chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Layer each chicken piece with a slice of ham and Swiss cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  6. While the chicken bakes, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce for the creamy sauce.
  7. Drizzle the creamy mustard sauce over the baked chicken, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, pound chicken evenly and use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

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