Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

boneless chicken breasts

0.25 cup

extra virgin olive oil

to coat skillet

1 cup

boiling water

3 unit

chicken bouillon cubes

1 cup

tasso

sliced and cut into 1/4-inch cubes

2 cup

breadcrumbs

unseasoned

1 tbsp

fresh ground pepper

2 tsp

parsley

dried or fresh

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

cayenne pepper

1 unit

garlic clove

1 tsp

cumin

1 cup

onion

minced

0.5 cup

jalapeno pepper

minced

2 unit

ancho chilies

1 tsp

adobo sauce

from can of Ancho Peppers

2 cup

cooked brown rice

1 cup

half-and-half

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375F.

Step 2
~3 min

Spray a roasting pan with non-stick spray.

Step 3
~3 min

Coat a medium to large skillet with olive oil.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat the skillet on medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Coat the chicken breasts with breadcrumbs on both sides.

Step 6
~3 min

Place two breaded chicken breasts into the heated skillet.

Step 7
~3 min

Brown the chicken breasts on both sides.

Step 8
~3 min

Repeat for the remaining chicken breasts.

Step 9
~3 min

Place the browned chicken breasts in the prepared roasting pan.

Step 10
~3 min

Bake the chicken breasts for 20 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

While the chicken is baking, prepare the Tasso sauce.

Step 12
~3 min

Soak 2 chicken bouillon cubes in boiling water until dissolved.

Step 13
~3 min

Sauté the minced onions, garlic, minced jalapeno pepper, and adobo sauce in the skillet with olive oil until tender.

Step 14
~3 min

Add the diced Tasso to the skillet and brown for 3-5 minutes.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the boiling water (with dissolved bouillon cubes) to the skillet.

Step 16
~3 min

Add the seasonings (fresh ground pepper, parsley, salt, cayenne pepper, cumin), one tablespoon of used breadcrumbs, and half-and-half to the sauce. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 17
~3 min

Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 18
~3 min

Remove the chicken breasts from the oven.

Step 19
~3 min

Pour the Tasso sauce over the chicken breasts.

Step 20
~3 min

Return the chicken to the oven and cook for an additional 20 minutes.

Step 21
~3 min

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the brown rice according to package instructions.

Step 22
~3 min

Serve the baked chicken on a bed of cooked brown rice, with a small amount of sauce on top.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness.

For a thicker sauce, add a cornstarch slurry.

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can 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 a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Green beans
Mashed potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern US

Cultural Significance

Comfort food with Cajun influence.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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