Description
Malibu Chicken Crunch brings a crispy comfort food experience that the entire family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts (Pound to even thickness.)
- 4 slices Ham Slices (Consider Black Forest or Honey ham.)
- 4 slices Swiss Cheese (For a cheesy melt.)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free options.)
- 2 large Eggs (Or use plant-based milk for vegan.)
- 2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs (Opt for gluten-free varieties if needed.)
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (Greek yogurt can substitute.)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey (Maple syrup as an alternative.)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Vinegar can be used instead.)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce (Check for gluten-free.)
- to taste Salt and Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or Butter) (Used for frying.)
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to ¼-½ inch thickness for even cooking. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Gather three bowls—one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and the last with seasoned Panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip into beaten eggs, and coat with Panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Top each piece of chicken with a slice of ham and a generous layer of Swiss cheese.
- Place the chicken in the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Drizzle the creamy sauce over the hot chicken before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Malibu Chicken Crunch