MEXICAN CHICKEN

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When we have company for dinner, I like to use recipes that can be assembled hours in advance so I have more time to visit. This chicken dish truly fills the bill!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
2 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 4 strips
1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
3-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
4 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 cup cold water
1 cup picante sauce

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place about 2 tablespoons chilies and one strip of Monterey Jack cheese on long end of each chicken breast. Fold in sides and ends; secure with a toothpick., In a shallow bowl, combine the crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chili powder, salt and cumin. Dip chicken in 3 tablespoons butter, then roll in crumb mixture. Place chicken rolls seam side down in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Drizzle with remaining butter. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, bouillon and water until smooth; stir in picante sauce. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until slightly thickened. Remove toothpicks from chicken and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

Pk palash
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Avoid this recipe at all costs.


Lara Rauch
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This recipe is not worth trying.


Shoaib Tanhaa
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Shaydean Brown
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This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients.


Aries April
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the chicken didn't come out as tender as I expected.


Nomi Ali
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was flavorful.


Rooman Fatima
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still good. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


LekrisdYT
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Easy and delicious!


Susan Walker
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Loved it!


Md Mojammel
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was flavorful and moist, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Cherry Lyn
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make, and the chicken always comes out tender and juicy. I usually serve it with rice and black beans.


Griffith Family
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they cooked perfectly in the sauce. The flavor was amazing.


Salome Sadgobelashvili
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


M Shoib
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This Mexican chicken recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and zesty. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a complete meal.


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