Green Chile Baked Chicken Recipe

Juicy chicken breasts, generously stuffed with creamy Jack cheese and fiery green chiles, then baked to crispy perfection in a flavorful breadcrumb coating. This Green Chile Baked Chicken recipe is a fiesta for your taste buds!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 407.8 kcal
Protein 57g
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Ingredients for Green Chile Baked Chicken

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How to Make Green Chile Baked Chicken

  1. Cut 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 8 thinner cutlets.
  2. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of waxed paper and gently pound to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
  3. Drain and rinse one (4 ounce) can of diced green chiles. Remove seeds for less heat (optional).
  4. Cut the chiles into 8 equal pieces.
  5. Cut 8 ounces of Monterey Jack cheese into 8 slices.
  6. Place one chile piece and one cheese slice onto the center of each chicken breast.
  7. Fold the sides of each chicken breast over the filling and roll tightly. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
  8. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning.
  9. In a separate shallow dish, melt 1/4 cup margarine (or butter).
  10. Dip each chicken roll into the melted margarine, then dredge thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it's evenly coated.
  11. Arrange the chicken rolls, seam-side down, in a 9x13 inch baking pan. Ensure they aren't touching.
  12. Drizzle any remaining melted margarine over the chicken.
  13. Refrigerate, covered with foil, for 30-45 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  14. Bake, uncovered, in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the breading is golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

47g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Green Chile Baked Chicken?

Green Chile Baked Chicken takes about 115 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Green Chile Baked Chicken?

Green Chile Baked Chicken has approximately 407.8 calories per serving, with about 57 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Green Chile Baked Chicken?

The key ingredients for Green Chile Baked Chicken are Chicken Breasts, Green Chilies, Monterey Jack Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Chili Powder, Garlic Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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