Chicken Breasts in Poblano Sauce

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Chicken Breasts in Poblano Sauce

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Poultry

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 tablespoons butter
2 poblano chilies -- seeded and sliced
into 1/4-inch strips
1 medium onion -- sliced 1/4-inch
thick
4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 pound Monterey Jack cheese -- grated

1. Preheat the oven to 350=B0. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a =
large skillet. Add the poblanos and onion and cook over moderate heat, =
stirring, until softened, about 10 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large heavy =
skillet. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add them to =
the skillet. Cook over moderately high heat until browned, about 5 =
minutes per side. Arrange the chicken in a baking dish large enough to =
hold them in a single layer.

3. Transfer the cooked poblano mixture to a blender with the sour cream =
and milk; puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the =
sauce over the chicken and sprinkle the cheese on top. Bake for about 25 =
minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the chicken is cooked through.



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