Description
This Malibu Chicken recipe is a delicious Sizzler copycat featuring crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with ham and melted Swiss cheese. Served with a tangy honey mustard dipping sauce, it offers a restaurant-quality meal that’s simple to prepare and perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 3 large chicken breasts (sliced lengthwise or pounded to an even thickness)
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3/4 cups Italian bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 pieces of sliced ham
- 6 pieces of Swiss cheese
For the Dipping Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup, and place an oven-safe rack on top of the foil to help the chicken stay crispy on all sides. Set aside.
- Prepare coatings: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the melted butter and 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard until combined. In a separate shallow dish, mix the Italian breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each piece of chicken into the butter-mustard mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then press it into the breadcrumb-parmesan mixture, covering it evenly. For an extra-crispy finish, dip back into the butter mixture and breadcrumbs for a second coating.
- Bake the chicken: Place the coated chicken pieces directly on the prepared rack. Lightly mist them with cooking spray, such as avocado oil, to help crisp them in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Add ham and cheese: Remove the pan from the oven and top each piece with a slice of ham followed by a slice of Swiss cheese. Return to the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sides for a restaurant-quality meal.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, and honey until well combined. Serve alongside the chicken as a dipping sauce.
Notes
- This recipe can be made without the ham and cheese for a simpler, quicker dinner.
- The Dijon mustard adds a vibrant burst of flavor to the chicken coating.
- Using an oven-safe rack helps the chicken stay crispy all around while baking.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Lightly misting with cooking spray helps achieve a crispy texture without deep frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with ham and cheese
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
