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Southwestern Chicken Scaloppine
By jackiemo
![Southwestern Chicken Scaloppine](/media/6e/ee/77ab0b03cc70c5db952d1f7377280e31aaa3.jpg/rh/southwestern-chicken-scaloppine.jpg)
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Servings 5
Preparation time 15
Cooking time 30
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (about 1 1/4-pounds)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce, if desired
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
An Italian inspired dish with a fun southwestern twist
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By Susan52
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- 2 pounds chicken wings or drumettes
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Delicious Baked Penne with Chicken, Broccoli, and Smoked Mozzarella comes together quickly
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- 12 ounces penne pasta
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- 1 medium onion, minced
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- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
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- 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard (don't use yellow mustard)
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- MARINADE:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded or cut to 1/2-inch thickness
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- RANCH SPREAD:
- 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
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- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup Parmesan, shredded
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup provolone, shredded
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- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
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