POLLO RELLENO!

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Make and share this Pollo Relleno! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Haversac

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1-1/2 pounds total)
1/3 cup cornmeal
0.5 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix (2 tablespoons)
1 egg
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chili peppers
2 ounces monterey jack cheese, cut into six 2x1/2-inch sticks
2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (8 ounce) jar taco sauce or 1 (8 ounce) jar salsa
fresh cilantro stem (optional)

Steps:

  • Place each chicken breast half between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Pound lightly into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Remove plastic wrap.
  • In a bowl combine cornmeal and taco seasoning mix. Place egg in another bowl; beat lightly.
  • For each roll, place a spoonful of chili pepper half on a chicken piece. Place a cheese stick atop chili pepper near an edge. Sprinkle with some of the cilantro or parsley, black pepper, and red pepper. Fold in sides; roll up jelly-roll style, starting from edge with cheese .
  • Dip rolls into egg and coat with cornmeal mixture.
  • Place rolls, seam sides down, in a shallow baking pan.
  • Bake, uncovered, in a 375 degree F oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Serve with taco sauce or salsa. If desired, garnish with cilantro sprigs.
  • Goes great with Zatarains Yellow Rice!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.4, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 112.6, Sodium 394.9, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 4.5, Protein 32.6

Ff Jh
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This is my go-to recipe for stuffed chicken. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Justin Waller
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Not bad, but I've had better.


And1 Mekeshdedaj
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Not my favorite. Wouldn't make it again.


Ludwe
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Easy to follow recipe. Came out great!


Diana Nshemeire
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it.


Cali Ansari
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I thought the chicken was a bit dry. I think I would have preferred to cook it for a shorter amount of time.


Maahi Ve
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have preferred to use less salt in the stuffing.


Frank Magole
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this dish was amazing. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


RRR666 Brand
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This dish was a labor of love, but it was worth it. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the stuffing was flavorful and moist. I would definitely make this again.


AWUDU ISSAH
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Not a fan of the stuffing, but the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Ayanda Dlomo
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Disappointed. Not as flavorful as I expected.


Sumaiya Samia
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Easy to follow recipe. Turned out great!


Egnecia Abel
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it.


Asim Sahil
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I thought the flavors in this dish were a bit bland. I would have liked to add some more spices and herbs.


Mason Tobias
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This dish was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would have preferred to use a different cut of chicken.


Kakar Khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is always moist and flavorful.


Yang Huiyan
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was perfectly seasoned. I especially loved the crispy skin.