INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup panko
2 tsp. canola oil
1.5 – 2 tsp. taco seasoning or mixture in notes*
1 egg
2 oz. reduced fat cream cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeds and ribs removed, minced
2 chicken breasts
2 tsp. canola oil
1.5 – 2 tsp. taco seasoning or mixture in notes*
1 egg
2 oz. reduced fat cream cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeds and ribs removed, minced
2 chicken breasts
DIRECTIONS
Preheat the oven to 375 and place an ovenproof rack onto a rimmed baking
dish. Spray with cooking oil.
In a small skillet over medium heat, combine the panko with the canola oil.
Cook, stirring often, until the panko is golden and crispy. Place in a shallow
bowl or dish. To the panko, add the taco seasoning* and stir to combine.
In another shallow bowl or dish, lightly beat an egg. In another bowl,
combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and jalapeños.
Using a small utility knife, cut a pocket into the side of each chicken
breast, or horizontally slice the chicken through the center, until it is
almost butterflied. Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper, and then
divide the cream cheese mixture evenly between each chicken breast’s pocket.
Dip the chicken pieces one at a time first into the egg, and then into the
panko mixture, making sure to coat the chicken completely. Place the chicken on
the prepared baking rack and cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is
cooked through.
*Note: To make your own taco seasoning mixture, combine 1/2 tsp. chili powder, 1/4 tsp. cumin, 1/8 tsp. garlic powder, 1/8 tsp. onion powder, 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper, 1/8 tsp. oregano, 1/8 tsp. paprika, and salt and black pepper to taste.
VERDICT
Wow that is some spicy chicken! And I'm just talking about the outer crust! We made our own taco seasoning because I forgot to pick it up at the store, and honestly I don't think I'll ever buy it again! That was so easy to make!
My filling was pretty runny- the original instructions weren't terribly clear about using a separate bowl for the egg and the cheese filling... so I tossed them all in the same bowl. Very gooey to work with, but it didn't affect the taste. Next time I'll do it the right way!
Overall, we loved it!!
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