Malibu Chicken with Creamy Mustard Delight
A fun and tasty dish that brings together flavors of chicken, ham, and cheese, topped with a unique creamy mustard sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken Breasts (Pound thin) Pound until thin for even cooking.
- 8 slices Ham (Thin slices of Black Forest, honey, or Virginia ham)
- 4 slices Swiss Cheese (Can substitute with provolone or Gruyère)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (Can be swapped with gluten-free flour)
- 2 pieces Eggs (Whisk with a splash of water or milk)
- 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (Gluten-free Panko available)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter (For pan-frying)
Creamy Mustard Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (Forms the creamy base)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard (Adjust according to taste)
- 1 tablespoon Honey (Balances the flavors)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Provides acidity)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce (Adds depth)
Instructions
Preparation
- Pound the chicken breasts until they are thin and even.
- Place a slice of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each chicken breast.
- Roll up the chicken breasts tightly and secure them with toothpicks if needed.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each rolled chicken breast in flour first, shaking off the excess.
- Then dip it into the egg mixture, followed by coating it with panko breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken rolls to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Sauce Preparation
- While the chicken is cooking, make the creamy mustard delight by whisking together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
Serving
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the chicken with a generous drizzle of the creamy mustard sauce on top.
Notes
For added flavor, try adding some spices to the flour, like garlic powder or paprika. Keep an eye on the chicken while frying to prevent burning.