Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 slices muenster cheese
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
  • salsa or picante sauce

Method

  • Pound chicken breast halves to 1/2 inch thickness.
  • Combine flour and seasonings in a medium bwl.
  • Lightly beat eggs.
  • Measure cornmeal into a shallow bowl.
  • Dip chicken, first into seasoned flour,then in eggs, then coat with cornmeal, and chill in the fridge.
  • Saute coated chicken in vegetable oil over medium heat about 5 to 6 minutes on each side,or until golden.
  • Arrange chicken on an oven-proof platter or baking dish, spoon salsa or picante over the chicken, top with chopped chilies, then Muenster slices.
  • Place in a 350* oven or in the broiler, for about 15 minutes - until the cheese has melted to your tastes.