CHICKEN - SOUTH OF THE BORDER

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I found this recipe in an issue of Good Housekeeping back in the early 80's,when Southwestern/Mexican recipes were hard to come by - at least here in Wisconsin . It's like a Southwestern version of Chicken Parmesan. I used to use Pace Picante on it, but you can adjust it with any salsa or heat level you prefer. I also added the green chiles because I love them! Also would accompany this chicken with home-made Mexican rice, and a picante-based vegetable "stew."

Provided by HEP MEP

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 eggs
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 slices muenster cheese
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
salsa or picante sauce

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breast halves to 1/2 inch thickness.
  • Combine flour and seasonings in a medium bwl.
  • Lightly beat eggs.
  • Measure cornmeal into a shallow bowl.
  • Dip chicken, first into seasoned flour,then in eggs, then coat with cornmeal, and chill in the fridge.
  • Saute coated chicken in vegetable oil over medium heat about 5 to 6 minutes on each side,or until golden.
  • Arrange chicken on an oven-proof platter or baking dish, spoon salsa or picante over the chicken, top with chopped chilies, then Muenster slices.
  • Place in a 350* oven or in the broiler, for about 15 minutes - until the cheese has melted to your tastes.

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