Pepper Jack Crusted Chicken Recipe

Name: Pepper Jack Crusted Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; One 12-ounce bag tortilla chips; 4 ounces Pepper Jack cheese, shredded; 1 C mayonnaise; 1/2 T garlic powder; 1/2 T cumin; 1/2 T chili powder; 2 teaspoons lime juice; FOR THE SAUCE:; 1 C mayo; 1/2 C buttermilk; 1 C sour cream; 1 packet Ranch dip mix; 1 T garlic powder; 1 T onion powder; 1-3 T diced jalapeno slices (from a jar); 1 teaspoon lime juice; 2 avocados

Servings: persons

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
One 12-ounce bag tortilla chips
4 ounces Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
1 C mayonnaise
1/2 T garlic powder
1/2 T cumin
1/2 T chili powder
2 teaspoons lime juice
FOR THE SAUCE:
1 C mayo
1/2 C buttermilk
1 C sour cream
1 packet Ranch dip mix
1 T garlic powder
1 T onion powder
1-3 T diced jalapeno slices (from a jar)
1 teaspoon lime juice
2 avocados

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Put about half of the bag of chips into the food processor and blend. You should have 2-3 C crushed chips. (Reserve the rest of the bag in case you don't have enough.) Mix the shredded cheese and the crushed chips together.
3
Whisk together the mayo, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, and lime juice. Dredge the chicken breasts into the mayo and then into the chip mixture, pressing down to make sure it's all coated. (Here's where you may need to grind extra chips for coating if you run out.) When all the chicken is coated, put it in the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is done all the way through and the chips are crispy.
4
Blend the sauce ingredients together in a food processor and serve over the chicken.

1132

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Fat

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, One 12-ounce bag tortilla chips, 4 ounces Pepper Jack cheese, shredded, 1 C mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Pepper Jack Crusted Chicken 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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Pepper Jack Crusted Chicken

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