Breast of Chicken Santa Rosa Recipe

Name: Breast of Chicken Santa Rosa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large boneless chicken breast; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 2 pimiento peppers, finely chopped; Small bunch celery leaves; 1 small dasheen, boiled*; 2 ounces smoked herring; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1 ripe plantain, boiled and thinly sliced; 1 egg, beaten; 1/2 cup shredded coconut; Vegetable oil, for frying; Tomato Starfruit Sauce, recipe follows; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 medium tomato, diced; 1 medium starfruit, diced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 chive, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped onion; 1 pimiento pepper, diced; 2 ounces aged rum; 2 dashes angostura bitters

Servings: persons

1 large boneless chicken breast
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 pimiento peppers, finely chopped
Small bunch celery leaves
1 small dasheen, boiled*
2 ounces smoked herring
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 ripe plantain, boiled and thinly sliced
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup shredded coconut
Vegetable oil, for frying
Tomato Starfruit Sauce, recipe follows
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium tomato, diced
1 medium starfruit, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 chive, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 pimiento pepper, diced
2 ounces aged rum
2 dashes angostura bitters

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*Dasheen is a leafy green similar to spinach.
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It can be found in specialty stores or spinach may be substituted.
3
Tenderize the chicken breast by pounding flat with a mallet.
4
Sprinkle thyme, cilantro, and pimientos over chicken breast.
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Arrange celery on top of chicken.
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In a food processor, combine boiled dasheen and smoked herring until well mixed.
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Spread mixture over chicken breast.
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Arrange red onions and plantain slices over top.
9
Roll up chicken breast into a pinwheel shape and secure with toothpicks.
10
Coat with beaten egg and roll in shredded coconut.
11
Heat 2 inches of oil in a large, heavy Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.
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Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
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Remove toothpicks before using.
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Cut into slices when cool and serve with Tomato-Starfruit sauce.
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Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
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Add all ingredients, except rum and bitters, and saute for approximately 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and add rum and bitters.
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Cook until reduced and thickened.
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Serve with Breast of Chicken Santa Rosa.

504

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large boneless chicken breast, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves, 2 pimiento peppers, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Breast of Chicken Santa Rosa 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Breast of Chicken Santa Rosa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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