Baked Tomatillo Chicken Recipe Recipe

Name: Baked Tomatillo Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb tomatillos see * Note; 2 c. water Nonstick cooking spray as needed; 2 tsp oil; 1 x garlic clove chopped; 1 x garlic clove halved lengthwise, divided; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1 x serrano chile seeded, chopped Salt to taste; 2 tsp lime juice; 4 x boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 to 1 1/4 lbs) Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 1/2 tsp grnd cumin; 2 ounce thinly-sliced panela cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb tomatillos see * Note
2 c. water Nonstick cooking spray as needed
2 tsp oil
1 x garlic clove chopped
1 x garlic clove halved lengthwise, divided
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 x serrano chile seeded, chopped Salt to taste
2 tsp lime juice
4 x boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 to 1 1/4 lbs) Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
1/2 tsp grnd cumin
2 ounce thinly-sliced panela cheese

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* Note: Tomatillos, also called Mexican green tomatoes, can be found in most supermarkets.
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Canned can be substituted for fresh.
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Remove and throw away the husks from the tomatillos then wash them under running water.
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Combine the tomatillos and water in a saucepan.
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Bring to a boil and simmer till the tomatillos are tender, about 10 min.
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Puree the tomatillos with the cooking liquid and set aside.
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You can make the tomatillo sauce ahead, then reheat it.
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Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
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Add in the oil and heat over medium-low heat.
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Cook the chopped garlic, onion and chile in the oil till tender, 1 to 2 min.
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Stir in the tomatillo puree.
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Bring to a simmer and cook till the puree thickens slightly, about 5 min.
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Season with salt to taste and the lime juice.
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Keep the sauce hot while preparing the chicken.
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Heat a well-seasoned grill pan or possibly outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
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Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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Sprinkle the cumin proportionately over both sides of the chicken breasts and rub over the surface.
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Rub the chicken breasts with the cut sides of the remaining clove of garlic.
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Lightly spray the chicken with nonstick cooking spray and grill, 5 min on each side.
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Meanwhile, heat the oven to 350 degrees.
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Place the grilled chicken in a small baking dish and cover with the hot tomatillo sauce.
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Top each of the chicken breasts with the cheese slices.
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Bake till the chicken is no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 min.
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This recipe yields 4 servings.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb tomatillos see * Note, 2 c. water Nonstick cooking spray as needed, 2 tsp oil, 1 x garlic clove chopped, and more.

Yes, Baked Tomatillo Chicken Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baked Tomatillo Chicken Recipe

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