Mexican Style Chicken Kiev Recipe

Name: Mexican Style Chicken Kiev
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 chicken breast halves; 1 (7 oz.) can diced green chiles, divided into 8 portions; 1/4 lb. Jack cheese, cut into 8 strips; 1/2 c. fine dry bread crumbs; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan; 1 Tbsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cumin; 1/4 tsp. pepper; butter; tomato sauce

Servings: persons

1
Pound chicken pieces to about 1/4-inch thickness.
2
Put chiles and Jack cheese strip in center of each chicken piece.
3
Roll up and tuck ends under.
4
Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chili powder, salt, cumin and pepper.
5
Dip each stuffed chicken in shallow bowl of 6 teaspoons melted butter and roll in crumb mixture.
6
Place chicken, seam side down in 9 x 13-inch baking dish and drizzle with a little melted butter.
7
Cover and chill 4 hours or overnight.
8
Bake uncovered at 400u00b0, 20 minutes, or until done. Serve with tomato sauce, if desired.

510

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Carbs

Protein

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 chicken breast halves, 1 (7 oz.) can diced green chiles, divided into 8 portions, 1/4 lb. Jack cheese, cut into 8 strips, 1/2 c. fine dry bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Mexican Style Chicken Kiev 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.

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Mexican Style Chicken Kiev

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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