Malibu Chicken Recipe: Crispy Comfort with Creamy Sauce
Malibu Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender, crispy chicken with savory layers and a rich creamy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and easy to customize according to your family’s taste preferences. Each bite is packed with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Serve it alongside fresh salads or comforting sides for a complete meal that promises satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Boneless Chicken Breasts (thinly pounded)
- 4 slices Turkey Chicken Ham
- 4 slices Swiss Cheese (or Provolone/Gruyère)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (gluten-free option available)
- 2 Eggs (or plant-based milk)
- 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts between plastic wrap until thin.
- Lay out the chicken and top each with turkey ham and Swiss cheese.
- Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs (or milk), and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each piece in flour, then egg/milk, and coat with panko.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Prepare the creamy sauce by combining mayonnaise, mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a baking sheet and drizzle with sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg