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Malibu Chicken

Crispy Malibu Chicken: A Comfort Food Game Changer

Crispy Malibu Chicken brings nostalgic comfort with crunchy, cheesy layers for an impressive dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts pounded thin
  • 4 slices Deli Ham Black Forest or honey
  • 4 slices Swiss Cheese or substitute with Provolone
For the Breading
  • 1.5 cups Panko Breadcrumbs do not substitute with regular breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cups All-Purpose Flour for dredging
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder to season the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder to season the crust
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 0.5 cups Mayonnaise base for dipping sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard for tanginess
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard for additional flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Honey to balance the sauce

Equipment

  • Meat mallet
  • large skillet
  • Shallow dishes
  • Whisk
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Malibu Chicken
  1. Place the chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to ½ inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up the breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and Panko mixed with garlic and onion powder. Dredge chicken in flour, then dip in eggs, and coat with Panko.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Reduce heat. Top chicken with ham and cheese. Cover to melt cheese for 2-3 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, and onion powder for the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For perfect results, ensure chicken is pounded evenly and use an air fryer or oven for reheating leftovers.

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