Malibu Chicken Recipe (Sizzler Copycat)

This Malibu Chicken Recipe is the perfect easy weeknight dinner! Chicken breast is dipped in butter, coated in Italian breadcrumbs, and topped with ham and Swiss cheese for a delicious and simple dinner idea!

Course Dinner Recipes

Cuisine American

Keyword chicken, Dijon mustard, ham, swiss cheese

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 336kcal

Author Jesseca

Equipment

Ingredients

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

2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 Tablespoons Mayonnaise
1 teaspoon mustard
1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

For the Chicken

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. This helps the chicken stay crispy on all sides. Set aside.
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.
Dip each piece of chicken into the butter mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then press it into the breadcrumb mixture, covering it evenly. For an extra-crispy finish, dip it back into the butter and breadcrumbs for a second coating.
Place the coated chicken pieces directly on the prepared rack. Mist them lightly with cooking spray, such as avocado oil, to help them crisp up in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Once the chicken is cooked, 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.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sides for a restaurant-worthy meal at home!

For the Sauce

Mix all of the sauce ingredients together and enjoy.

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Notes

We often make this chicken without the ham and cheese. It is a great quick dinner. The Dijon gives the chicken a burst of flavor.

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