PIMIENTO CHEESE-STUFFED FRIED CHICKEN

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Found this recipe from the Southern Living website. Wanted to have for safe keeping and share here on recipezaar.

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
1 -2 cup Japanese-style bread crumbs (panko)
canola oil, for frying
1 1/3 cups pimento cheese

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Whisk together 1/2 cup milk and egg. Dip chicken in milk mixture, and dredge in breadcrumbs.
  • Pour oil to a depth of 1/8 inch in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in hot oil about 15 to 20 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Transfer chicken to a baking sheet. Hold chicken with tongs, and cut a slit in 1 side of each chicken breast to form a pocket. Spoon 1/3 cup Pimiento Cheese into each pocket.
  • Bake at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and you feel the chicken is completely done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.3, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 125.6, Sodium 767.2, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.6, Protein 30.7

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