Mexican Pollo Relleno

Ingredients
6   skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1-1/2 pounds total)
1/3  cup cornmeal
1/2  of a 1-1/4-ounce package (2 tablespoons) taco seasoning mix
1   egg
1  4-ounce can whole green chili peppers, rinsed, seeded, and cut in half lengthwise (6 pieces total)
2  ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into six 2×1/2-inch sticks
2  tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro or fresh parsley
1/4  teaspoon black pepper
1/4  teaspoon crushed red pepper
1  8-ounce jar taco sauce or salsa
1/2  cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional)
   Fresh cilantro sprigs (optional)

Directions
1. Place each chicken breast half between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Pound lightly into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Remove plastic wrap. 

2. In a bowl combine cornmeal and taco seasoning mix. Place egg in another bowl; beat lightly.
 
3. For each roll, place a 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.
 
4. 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. Heat taco sauce. If desired, sprinkle chicken with shredded cheese. Serve with taco sauce or salsa. If desired, garnish with cilantro sprigs. Makes 6 servings. 

Source:  Better Homes & Gardens

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