Description

Golden Crispy Malibu Chicken is a delicious and indulgent dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy panko crust, then topped with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese. Baked to perfection and served with a creamy honey mustard sauce, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of crispy texture and rich flavors, ideal for a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Breading

4 chicken breasts
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Toppings

8 slices ham
8 slices Swiss cheese

Honey Mustard Sauce

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 drops Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray. Set up three shallow dishes for breading: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
Prepare Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even ½-inch thickness between sheets of plastic wrap. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Bread Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off any excess. Dip into beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
Pan-Fry Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook the breaded chicken breasts for about 3 minutes per side until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Layer Ham and Cheese: Transfer the chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish. Top each breast with a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Prepare Sauce: While the chicken bakes, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
Serve: Serve the chicken hot from the oven with the creamy honey mustard sauce drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping.

Notes

Ensure chicken breasts are pounded evenly for uniform cooking.
Use a meat thermometer to verify the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
For extra crispy chicken, double coat with breadcrumbs.
Substitute turkey ham or prosciutto for ham if desired.
Honey mustard sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Malibu chicken, crispy chicken, stuffed chicken, chicken with ham and cheese, honey mustard sauce, breaded chicken breast, skillet cooked chicken