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Malibu Chicken: The Amazing Ultimate Recipe You’ll Adore


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
– ½ cup teriyaki sauce
– 2 tablespoons olive oil


Instructions

Creating Malibu Chicken at home is simple when you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by greasing it lightly with olive oil.

2. Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to gently pound them to an even thickness, about ½ inch thick.

3. Set Up Breading Stations: In one shallow dish, place the flour and season it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. In a second dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, add the breadcrumbs and paprika.

4. Bread the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then shake off any excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, followed by the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs.

5. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the breaded chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are spaced apart.

6. Bake the Chicken: Drizzle a little olive oil over the chicken and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).

7. Add Cheese and Pineapple: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven. Top each breast with shredded mozzarella cheese and pineapple chunks. Drizzle teriyaki sauce over the top.

8. Final Bake: Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the juices redistribute.

These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 30g