Mexican Chicken Kiev Recipe

Name: Mexican Chicken Kiev Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts; 4 ounce. can whole chiles; 2 ounce. Monterey Jack cheese; 1/4 c. fine dry bread crumbs; 2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan; 1 teaspoon chili pwdr; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cumin; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 2 ounce. butter

Servings: persons

1
Cut breasts in halves horizontally, but not quite through to the opposite side, so they open like a book.
2
Flatten the butterflied breasts for even thickness.
3
Place a chili half on each breast and top with 1/4 of the cheese.
4
Fold breast over to close.
5
Combine rest of ingredients except butter.
6
Heat butter and place in a small bowl.
7
Dip each stuffed breast, first in butter, then in crumbs.
8
Place in baking dish and drizzle with remaining butter.
9
Cover and refrigerate4 hrs or possibly overnight.
10
30 min before dinner preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake chicken uncovered for 20 min.
11
Serve immediately.

357

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless chicken breasts, 4 ounce. can whole chiles, 2 ounce. Monterey Jack cheese, 1/4 c. fine dry bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Mexican Chicken Kiev 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!