MEXICAN CHICKEN KIEV

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The type of salsa you use in this recipe will make all the difference if you like things mild or spicy. I love to use the green tomatillo salsa, along with some of the red to make this cheesy chicken dish look even more colorful. Garhish with lots of cilantro.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
4 ounces monterey jack cheese or 4 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, sliced thin
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup of your favorite salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Pound chicken breasts with a food mallet to make a thin cutlet.
  • Top each breast with equal amounts of cheese, and chilies.
  • Roll up and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  • In a pie plate, combine the bread crumbs, chili powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Roll the chicken in the crumbs, coating completely.
  • Arrange chicken rolls in a shallow baking pan and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Pour salsa over chicken and bake another 15 minutes, or until done.
  • Serve with additional salsa and a little sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.6, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 704.4, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 37.9

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