South of the Border Chicken Rolls Recipe

Name: South of the Border Chicken Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (split); 1 (7 ounce) can green chilies, drained and minced; 8 slices monterey jack cheese (we used cheddar); ¾ cup fine dry breadcrumb; ⅓ cup parmesan cheese (grated); 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (to taste); ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter or 6 tablespoons margarine, melted

Servings: persons

1
Pound breasts to 1/4-inch thickness.
2
Put two tablespoons minced chilies and one slice of cheese on each breast, leaving a narrow border all around.
3
Roll up the breasts tightly, tucking in the ends, and secure with toothpicks or wire skewers.
4
Combine the bread crumbs, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
5
Coat each chicken roll with the melted butter, then the bread crumb mixture, gently patting crumbs onto the breasts until covered.
6
(At this point, you can refrigerate overnight if you want.
7
).
8
Arrange the chicken rolls seam side down in a greased 13 x 9 baking dish and bake uncovered at 400 for 20 minutes or until golden.
9
Eat and enjoy!

594

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 skinless chicken breasts (split), 1 (7 ounce) can green chilies, drained and minced, 8 slices monterey jack cheese (we used cheddar), ¾ cup fine dry breadcrumb, and more.

Yes, South of the Border Chicken Rolls 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!

South of the Border Chicken Rolls

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Variations & substitutions

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