Tex-Mex Rolled Chicken! Recipe benchaos

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   Take two large sheets of plastic wrap, and set each chicken breast in it.

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   Fold the wrap over so the breast is covered completely.

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   Using a rolling pin, flatten each breast, starting from the thickest part, until it is about 1/2 inch even on all sides.

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   Unwrap each breast and lay about 3 to 4 tbsp of the shredded cheddar near one end.

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   Then roll the breast from that end, wrapping the cheese inside.

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   Secure shut with two or three toothpicks.

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   Mix the breadcrumbs, parmesan, cumin, pepper, and salt in a shallow dish.

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   Melt all but 2 Tbsp of the butter.

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   Roll each of the rolled breasts in butter, then roll in the bread crumb mixture.

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    Drizzle each breast with some of the leftover melted butter.

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    Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 25 minutes.

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    When there is about 7 minutes left of cooking time for the Chicken, begin your cheese sauce.

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    Make a roux over medium heat, of the 2 Tbsp.

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    remaining butter, and the 2 Tbsp flour.

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    After a minute or two, and the flour being cooked, add 1 cup milk and simmer.

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    Turn heat to low and lowly add the remaining sharp cheddar, a pinch of cumin, a pinch of pepper, and chili powder if you wish.

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    Season to taste.

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    Remove chicken from oven and plate.

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    Top with cheese sauce and the green chilies for garnish.

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    Serve with warm flour tortillas.

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    Enjoy

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.