Description
This Malibu Chicken Recipe is a delicious Sizzler copycat featuring crispy breaded chicken topped with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese. Served with a tangy mayonnaise-based dipping sauce, this oven-baked dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal to share with family and friends.
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 cup 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. This setup ensures the chicken cooks evenly and stays crispy on all sides.
- Prepare coatings: In a shallow bowl, whisk together melted butter and Dijon mustard. In another shallow dish, combine Italian breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken piece into the butter-mustard mixture to coat fully, then press into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture. For extra crispiness, repeat dipping into butter and breadcrumbs for a second coat.
- Bake chicken: Place coated chicken on the prepared rack. Lightly mist with cooking spray. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is golden brown.
- Add ham and cheese: Remove chicken from the oven and top each piece with a slice of ham followed by Swiss cheese. Return to the oven for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Remove chicken from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sides for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
- Prepare dipping sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, and honey. Mix well and serve alongside the chicken.
Notes
- This recipe can be made without the ham and cheese for a lighter version.
- Dijon mustard provides a flavorful tang that enhances the chicken.
- Using an oven rack allows the coating to crisp evenly around the chicken.
- Cooking spray helps achieve a nice crispy crust without frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
