BAKED MONTEREY CHICKEN WITH ROASTED VEGGIES

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Everyone asks me for this baked monterey chicken. Roasting the veggies brings out their sweetness. They're delicious with fettuccine, rice or mashed potatoes. -Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 large sweet red peppers, cut into strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
5 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place asparagus and red peppers in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; toss with oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast just until crisp-tender, 5-8 minutes. Remove vegetables from dish., Season chicken with the remaining salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat; brown 3 chicken breasts on both sides. Transfer to the same baking dish. Repeat with an additional 1 tablespoon butter and remaining chicken. Top chicken with roasted vegetables., In same skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in broth, cream and wine. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Stir in 1 cup cheese until melted. Pour over chicken., Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 40g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 200mg cholesterol, Sodium 1093mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

8029211 Khan
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I'm not a fan of chicken, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the veggies were roasted to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Mostafijur Rohman
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This recipe is a family favorite! We make it all the time. The chicken is always moist and delicious, and the veggies are roasted to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Krisian 1
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This was my first time making baked Monterey chicken and it was a success! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the veggies were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Erica Murdock
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I especially love the roasted veggies.


Kaeden Mcloughlin
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the veggies are roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


JAS GB34
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.


Efundoyin Bose
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Lilla Nov√°k
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I was a bit disappointed with this recipe. The chicken was dry and the veggies were overcooked.


Koollife multimedia
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the roasted veggies were perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Irfan Ullah Shah
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the veggies are roasted to perfection. I love the Monterey Jack cheese sauce too. It's the perfect finishing touch.


Pall Avee
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the roasted veggies.


MD.Mehadi Hassan 03
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the veggies were roasted to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


RJ RONI ISLAM
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was juicy and the veggies were roasted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Iyan Dansford
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so moist and flavorful, and the veggies are roasted to perfection. I also really like the Monterey Jack cheese sauce. It's the perfect finishing touch.


Bimal JPT Channel
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Alamin Ahammed
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I tried this recipe and the chicken was a bit overcooked. I think I will try it again and cook the chicken for a shorter amount of time.


Mudassar Iqbal
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the combination of chicken, veggies, and cheese. It's always a hit when I make it.


wyatt durocher
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was moist and tender, and the sauce was cheesy and flavorful. The roasted veggies were also a nice addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


hamini hassan
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The chicken was a little dry, but the veggies were great.


Christopher Long
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This baked Monterey chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the roasted veggies were perfectly cooked. I especially loved the creamy Monterey Jack cheese sauce. Will definitely be making this again.