Irresistible Malibu Chicken with Creamy Mustard Delight
Tender chicken breasts layered with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, finished with a creamy mustard sauce. Perfect for family dinners!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Pan-fry & Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 8 slices ham (Black Forest, honey, or Virginia)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (or provolone/Gruyère)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 eggs, whisked with a splash of water or milk
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free Panko available)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter for pan-frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to ¼–½ inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station: flour, whisked eggs, and seasoned Panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with Panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat oil or butter in skillet and cook chicken 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Place chicken in a baking dish, top with ham and Swiss cheese, bake 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Drizzle creamy mustard sauce over baked chicken and serve.
Notes
- Substitute cheese or ham based on preference.
- Adjust honey and mustard for desired sweetness and tang.
- Serve with vegetables, rice, or salad for a complete meal.