Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Malibu Chicken, a dish that seamlessly blends crispy chicken, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese for a satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe features a crunchy panko breadcrumb coating that contrasts beautifully with the gooey cheese inside. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or looking for a comforting weeknight dinner, Malibu Chicken is sure to impress your guests. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, you can make it your own while enjoying every flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 4 slices cooked chicken ham
- 4–8 slices Swiss cheese
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking after frying.
- Pound each chicken breast between plastic wrap until about ½ inch thick.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry chicken until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side).
- Assemble by topping each piece with ham and cheese on a baking sheet.
- Bake until cheese is melted (5-7 minutes) or serve hot from the skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg