POLLO MARIA (ZIA'S ON THE HILL, ST. LOUIS, MO)

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Decadent stuff here my friends! They make this with cod which is equally as good, if not better, than it is with the chicken. This is Zia's actual recipe as posted on their website. Takes a little time to prepare, but is worth every minute. The original recipe calls for 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup of Provel cheese (which is not recognized by Zaar). . .per Wikipedia, Provel is a white processed cheese that is popular in St. Louis, Missouri and is produced with cheddar, Swiss, and provolone. Since Provel was not an option here on Zaar, I just substituted provolone; feel free to use a mix of Swiss and provolone for a more true rendition.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 cup sweet Italian salad dressing
1 1/4 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons chicken base
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dry rubbed sage
1/3 cup shredded provolone cheese
1/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
5 slices bacon, cooked and chopped coarsely
8 small broccoli florets, steamed
1 medium tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken in salad dressing for at least one hour at room temperature. Drain chicken; discard marinade.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Lightly coat chicken in seasoned bread crumbs. Arrange chicken in a baking dish;bake until cooked through, about 30 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan,melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 3 to 4 minutes to make a roux. Set aside.
  • In another pan,dissolve chicken base in 2 cups water.
  • Stir in cream, pepper, and sage. Bring to a boil and add roux. Stir constantly until mixture returns to a boil and begins to thicken.
  • Stir in 1/3 cup provel and remove from heat.
  • Coat the bottom of a medium baking dish with sauce; arrange cooked chicken on top of sauce.
  • Top chicken with bacon,broccoli,and tomato. Pour remaining sauce over all.
  • Sprinkle cheddar cheese and remaining provel cheese to cover.
  • Return to oven and broil on high until cheese begins to melt and slightly brown, about 3 minutes. BUON APPETITO!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1355, Fat 107.8, SaturatedFat 54.6, Cholesterol 332.8, Sodium 2247.5, Carbohydrate 50.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 8.2, Protein 48

Alicia Ortiz
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Krish Tmg (Gole)
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sthembiso Phumlani
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This is a great recipe! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


Alijutt Juttjuttjuttjuttjutt
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I'm a picky eater, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Abderzak Razin
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Tylar Wilkerson
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


NITRO x GAMING
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Daniel Okbazghi
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This was my first time making this dish, and it turned out great! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Timothy Paulsen
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Kedir Redi Adem
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I made this dish for a party I was hosting, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Muntazir hussain
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.