Green Chili and Cheese Chicken

This is a super-easy weeknight recipe with Mexican flair. Server with Spanish rice, refried beans, and warm tortillas!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 334 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, drained
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon dry fajita seasoning
• 1.5 cups shredded pepperjack cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9 inch square baking dish (or similar size) with cooking spray.

Step 2

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the chicken juices run clear, and cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Step 3

Gather all ingredients.

Step 4

Make a deep cut into the side of each chicken breast half to form a pocket or 'purse'.

Step 5

Stuff 1/4 cup of cheese and about 1 tablespoon of the chilies onto each one. Close, and secure with a toothpick so that the cheese does not escape while in the oven.

Step 6

Place the stuffed chicken into the baking dish. Season with Fajita seasoning, and then sprinkle the remaining cheese and chilies over the top.