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: 4 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained; 2 ounces monterey jack cheese, cut into 4 strips; 1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese; 3 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin; 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine, divided; 1 cup picante sauce; 1/2 cup cold water; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule

Servings: persons

4 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
2 ounces monterey jack cheese, cut into 4 strips
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
3 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine, divided
1 cup picante sauce
1/2 cup cold water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule

1
Pound chicken to 1/4-in thickness.
2
Put about 2 tablespoons chilies and one strip of Monterey Jack cheese on long end of each chicken breast.
3
Fold in sides and ends; secure with a toothpick.
4
In a shallow bowl, combine the crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chili powder, salt and cumin.
5
Dip chicken in 3 tablespoons melted butter, then roll in crumb mixture.
6
Place chicken rolls, seam side down, in an ungreased 11x7x2-inch baking pan.
7
Drizzle with remaining butter.
8
Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
9
Bake, uncovered at 400u00b0F for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is tender.
10
Meanwhile, combine picante sauce, water, cornstarch and bouillon in a small saucepan.
11
Bring to a boil over medium heat, cook and stir for 1 minute.
12
Remove toothpicks from chicken and serve with sauce.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained, 2 ounces monterey jack cheese, cut into 4 strips, 1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb, 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.

Mexican-Style Chicken Kiev

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