FRITO CHILI CHEESY CHICKEN
Inspiration can come to me from anywhere. This recipe basically popped into my head while I was thinking about a Tandoori Lamb dish. (Which is still in its nascent stages) I had half a bag of Fritos Chili-Cheese corn chips, a carton of plain yogurt, some cilantro and a lime. Wanted an easy chicken dish, baked, with a Mexican...
Provided by Pam Ellingson
Categories Chicken
Time 4h30m
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- 1. In a medium bowl, mix all of the marinade ingredients. Place chicken strips/tenders in a gallon zip storage bag and pour marinade over. Zip and place in refrigerator for approximately 4 hours to marinate. (I actually let them marinate overnight)
- 2. When ready to bake, Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make the crumb coating in a food processor. Grind Fritos to fine crumbs, add panko crumbs, and 1/2 c. grated cheese. Whiz together to mix. Melt butter in small microwaveable bowl for about 20-30 seconds. Turn on proceessor and add butter. Let mix well. This will be loose crumbs which will hold together if squeezed. (If you want more flavor, add some chili powder, chopped cilantro, garlic powder or onion powder to suit your taste.) Place crumbs in shallow dish for coating.
- 3. Remove chicken from marinade, letting any excess drip off. Then place in crumbs and coat well, pressing crumbs lightly onto chicken. Place coated chicken slightly apart on a baking pan lined with foil and sprayed with cooking spray.
- 4. Bake for 15 minutes, turn pieces over carefully, sprinkle with the reserved 1/4 c grated cheese and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more until brown and crusty. Test internal temp for 160 degrees to assure proper cooking.
- 5. Remove chicken from pan, serve with Spanish rice, refried or whole pinto beans, warm tortillas, salsa or pico de gayo and perhaps a shredded lettuce and tomato salad. Serve with Lime sections to squeeze over the chicken just before eating. Gives it a zing!
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Babur Rayyan
[email protected]This is my new favorite chicken recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken is always moist and juicy. The chili cheese sauce is also delicious. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.
Victor Samir
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the chili cheese sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.
Tieho Comba
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is always juicy and tender, and the chili cheese sauce is the perfect topping. I always serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.
Jamarcus Murry
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with chicken breasts, chicken thighs, and even ground chicken. It always turns out great. I also love that I can adjust the spice level of the chili cheese sauce to my liking.
Orkumar Bissas
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the combination of the tender chicken and the flavorful chili cheese sauce. I always serve it with rice and beans.
Zayn_ Raj
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, even the kids. The chicken was so tender and the chili cheese sauce was the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.
Maretis Barrios
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have a few pieces of chicken left over from dinner, and this is the perfect way to use them up. The chili cheese sauce is also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables.
rafiq jaan
[email protected]I'm not a fan of spicy food, so I was hesitant to try this recipe. But I'm so glad I did! The chili cheese sauce is just the right amount of spicy, and it pairs perfectly with the tender chicken.
Alana Mccoy
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for chicken. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The chili cheese sauce is the best part! I always make extra so I can have it on hand for other dishes.
Ijeoma Goodness
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, different types of cheese, and different types of chili. It's always delicious, no matter what I use.
Nehal Gill Gill
[email protected]This dish is pure comfort food! The chicken is tender and the chili cheese sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.
Qousain Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the chicken is always moist and juicy. The chili cheese sauce is also delicious. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.
M Ahmad Raza
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the chili cheese sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.
Ali Murtza Ali Murtza
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavor of the chicken and the chili cheese sauce. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Lusambu Ronald
[email protected]This recipe was so easy to follow and the end result was amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the chili cheese sauce was the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.