Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack
Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack brings a gentle heat and creamy richness to every bite. Juicy, breaded chicken surrounds melty cheese and strips of chile pepper, creating a crispy exterior with a oozy, peppery center. Serve for a cozy weeknight dinner or a fun twist at a casual gathering when you want bold flavor without sacrificing comfort.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 5
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 33
- General Wellness
- 1
Place 1 chicken breast between two sheets of wax paper. Starting from the center and moving outward, pound it with a meat mallet until it is flat and rectangular. Repeat with the remaining breasts.
- 2
Wrap the green chili strips around the cheese, then wrap the flattened chicken breasts around the chili and cheese. Secure with toothpicks or uncooked spaghetti noodles.
- 3
Mix the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, cumin, and pepper together.
- 4
Roll the secured chicken pieces in the melted butter, then coat them in the bread crumb mixture. Place the chicken breasts in a 13x9 inch baking dish without crowding. Drizzle the remaining butter over all eight breasts. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or freeze to bake later (baking time will be increased by about 5 to 10 minutes).
- 5
Bake in a preheated 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear.
- Calories 531.93 kcal High 27%
- Protein 62.8 g Good Source 126%
- Carbohydrate 11.88 g 4%
- Total Fat 25.03 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 13.66 g High 68%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 198.34 mg High 66%
- Sodium 598.44 mg High 26%
- Dietary Fiber 1.54 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 1.45 g --
- Added Sugars 1.25 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 243.86 mg Moderate 19%
- Iron 2.67 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 72.98 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 0.39 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 1.16 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.18 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack is made with 9 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Breast, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 531.93 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Breast, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Green Chile. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 531.93 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack healthy?
- Chicken Kiev with Green Chiles and Monterey Jack has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 531.93 calories and 62.8 g of protein, or 126% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 598.44 mg (26% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 13.66 g (68% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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