My Chicken Malibu
Get ready to wow your taste buds with "My Chicken Malibu," a tropical-inspired dinner that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal, this dish features tender, golden-seared chicken breasts layered with savory ham, sweet pineapple rings, and gooey Swiss cheese. A simple seasoning blend of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper infuses the chicken with bold flavor, while a quick finish in the oven ensures every bite is juicy and perfectly cooked. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings a touch of island flair to your table. Serve it with a side of steamed veggies, rice, or a crisp green salad for a well-rounded meal that feels like a vacation on a plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices thinly sliced ham
- 4 rings pineapple rings
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pound the chicken breasts gently between two sheets of plastic wrap until they're an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Brush both sides of each chicken breast with the seasoned oil mixture.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for 2 minutes per side until golden.
Place the chicken in the skillet (or transfer to a baking dish if your skillet isn't oven-safe) and top each piece with a slice of ham.
Place a pineapple ring on top of each slice of ham, and then top with a slice of Swiss cheese.
Transfer the skillet or baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy your Chicken Malibu!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.9 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 695 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 3387 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.8 g | ||
| Protein | 272.5 g | 545% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1228 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2753 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
