POLLO MARIA (ZIA'S ON THE HILL, ST. LOUIS, MO)

Pollo Maria (Zia's on the Hill, St. Louis, Mo) image

Provided by januarybride

Time 1h

Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 large boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 cup sweet Italian salad dressing
1 1/4 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons chicken base
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dry rubbed sage
1/3 cup shredded provolone cheese
1/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
5 slices bacon, cooked and chopped coarsely
8 small broccoli florets, steamed
1 medium tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

Marinate chicken in salad dressing for at least one hour at room temperature. Drain chicken; discard marinade.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Lightly coat chicken in seasoned bread crumbs. Arrange chicken in a baking dish;bake until cooked through, about 30 minutes.
In a small saucepan,melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 3 to 4 minutes to make a roux. Set aside.
In another pan,dissolve chicken base in 2 cups water.
Stir in cream, pepper, and sage. Bring to a boil and add roux. Stir constantly until mixture returns to a boil and begins to thicken.
Stir in 1/3 cup provel and remove from heat.
Coat the bottom of a medium baking dish with sauce; arrange cooked chicken on top of sauce.
Top chicken with bacon,broccoli,and tomato. Pour remaining sauce over all.
Sprinkle cheddar cheese and remaining provel cheese to cover.
Return to oven and broil on high until cheese begins to melt and slightly brown, about 3 minutes. BUON APPETITO!