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Malibu Chicken

Crispy breaded chicken topped with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, drizzled with a creamy homemade mustard sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts thinly pounded
  • 4 slices ham Black Forest or Honey ham
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese can substitute with Provolone or Gruyere
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour is an alternative
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs select gluten-free Panko if needed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil or butter for frying
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise can be swapped with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional, ensure gluten-free if necessary

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Bowls
  • meat thermometer
  • Plastic wrap
  • Meat mallet

Method
 

  1. Pound the boneless chicken breasts between plastic wrap to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Arrange three separate dishes for the all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned Panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each piece of seasoned chicken in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, and coat in Panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a skillet, pan-fry the breaded chicken in olive oil or butter until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking dish.
  5. Top each piece of crispy chicken with ham slices and Swiss cheese.
  6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and the cheese is melted.
  7. Prepare the creamy mustard sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
  8. Drizzle the sauce over each piece before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Ensure to store any leftovers properly.
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