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Jalapeño Cheddar-Crusted Chicken
with Southwest-style potatoes
Prep & Cook Time: 40-50 min.
Spice Level: Spicy
Cook Within: 5 days

Contains: Milk
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Under %{max_calories} calories

Chef
Sarah Thomsen
Looking for something to spice up your night? Look no further than this jalapeño crusted chicken delight! This meal is a party in your mouth with crispy potatoes and a cool refreshing guacamole to cool everything down.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 12 oz. Fingerling Potatoes
- 2 Roma Tomatoes
- 4 oz. Classic Guacamole
- 1 Lime
- 1 Jalapeno Pepper
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- ½ oz. Tortilla Strips
- ¼ oz. Cilantro
- 1 tsp. Fajita Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories570
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Carbohydrates46g
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Net Carbs35g
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Fat24g
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Protein44g
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Sodium1490mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using filets mignon, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 3, 4, and 5, skipping pounding step. Cook until browned on one side, 2-3 minutes, then transfer to baking sheet, seared-side up, add topping, and roast until steaks reach minimum internal temperature, 12-14 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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If using sirloin steaks, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 3, 4, and 5, skipping pounding step. Cook until browned on one side, 2-3 minutes, then transfer to baking sheet, seared-side up, add topping, and roast until steaks reach minimum internal temperature, 7-9 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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If using NY strip steak, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 3, 4, and 5, skipping pounding step. Cook until browned on one side, 2-3 minutes, then transfer to baking sheet, seared-side up, add topping, and roast until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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1 Roast the Potatoes
Halve potatoes lengthwise. For a flatter surface, before halving potatoes, we recommend trimming two sides so they lay flat on sheet and to prevent rolling.
Place potatoes on prepared baking sheet and toss with 1 tsp. olive oil, fajita seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Spread into a single layer, cut-side down, on one side.Roast in hot oven until golden-brown and fork-tender, 18-20 minutes.While potatoes roast, continue recipe. -
2 Prepare the Ingredients
Mince cilantro (no need to stem).
Core tomatoes and cut into 1/2" dice.Crush tortilla strips.Cut lime into wedges.Combine tomatoes, cilantro, guacamole, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Set aside.Stem jalapeño, halve, seed, remove ribs, and mince. Wash hands and cutting board after working with jalapeño. -
3 Prepare the Chicken
Pat chicken dry. Place chicken on a separate cutting board. Cover chicken with plastic wrap and use a heavy object to pound to an even 1/2" thickness. Gallon bags make clean up easier and are made of thicker plastic. If you don’t have a disposable bag, use plastic wrap.
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4 Sear the Chicken
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.
Add chicken to hot pan and cook until browned on one side, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner. -
5 Finish Chicken and Potatoes and Finish Dish
Transfer chicken, seared-side up, to empty half of baking sheet. Top with cheese, tortilla strips, and jalapeños (use less if spice-averse).
Roast in hot oven until potatoes are tender, cheese has melted, and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 10-12 minutes.Carefully remove from oven.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping potatoes with guacamole mixture (or serve on the side for dipping). Squeeze lime wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!
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