Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
8 unit

Chicken breast halves

boned and skinned

7 unit

Diced green chilies

canned

8 slice

Monterey Jack cheese

0.75 cup

Dry breadcrumbs

0.33 cup

Parmesan cheese

grated

1.5 tbsp

Chili powder

0.75 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Ground cumin

0.25 tsp

Pepper

6 tbsp

Butter

melted

4 tbsp

Olive oil

2 clove

Garlic

chopped

0.5 cup

Onion

finely chopped

0.5 cup

Green bell pepper

finely chopped

6 unit

Tomatoes

peeled, seeded, chopped

3 tbsp

Tomato paste

0.5 cup

Chicken stock

2 tsp

Pepper

1 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Dried oregano

0.5 tsp

Red pepper flakes

1 dash

Tabasco sauce

0.5 cup

Fresh parsley

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Pound each chicken breast half to 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 2
~3 min

Place 2 tablespoons of diced green chilies and 1 slice of Monterey Jack cheese on each breast, leaving a slight edge.

Step 3
~3 min

Roll up the breasts tightly and tuck in the ends.

Step 4
~3 min

Secure with heavy thread or toothpicks.

Step 5
~3 min

Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chili powder, salt, cumin, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

Roll the chicken breasts in melted butter.

Step 7
~3 min

Dip the buttered chicken breasts in the crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 8
~3 min

Place the breaded chicken breasts in a baking dish.

Step 9
~3 min

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 10
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove string or toothpicks from the chicken breasts.

Step 12
~3 min

Bake the chicken breasts for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 13
~3 min

To make the spicy tomato sauce, heat olive oil in a large saucepan.

Step 14
~3 min

Add chopped garlic, onion, and green bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 10 minutes.

Step 15
~3 min

Stir in peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken stock, pepper, salt, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and Tabasco sauce.

Step 16
~3 min

Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.

Step 17
~3 min

Puree the sauce in a food processor or blender.

Step 18
~3 min

Return the sauce to the saucepan and reduce if too thin.

Step 19
~3 min

Stir in chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 20
~3 min

Place some of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a serving platter.

Step 21
~3 min

Top with the baked chicken breasts.

Step 22
~3 min

Spoon a little more sauce over the chicken breasts and sprinkle with about 2 tablespoons of parsley.

Step 23
~3 min

Pass the remaining sauce with the chicken.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the tomato sauce ahead of time to save time.

Ensure the chicken breasts are tightly rolled to prevent the cheese from leaking out during baking.

For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes to the tomato sauce or include a pinch of cayenne pepper in the breadcrumb mixture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken can be prepared up to the baking stage and refrigerated overnight. The sauce can also be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and beans.

Serve with a side salad.

Offer sour cream or guacamole as toppings.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Black Beans
Guacamole
Sour Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico (inspired)

Cultural Significance

Fusion of European technique with Mexican flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal
Family Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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