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Marylou's Chicken El Toro

By: Marylou 
"No need to turn the oven on with this recipe that a chef gave me years ago. It was a popular item at the restaurant, always requested and it is still my family and friends favorite today! I have added my own special touches to make it even better. This can also be served over rice instead of tortillas."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (31)

What to Drink?
Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Cocktail Prickly Pear Margarita
Beer Beer
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar mild picante sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Directions

  1. Place chicken breasts in a saucepan with enough water just to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until meat shreds easily. Remove chicken from water, shred, and set aside. Reserve water.
  2. Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook until transparent. Add shredded chicken meat, and stir in the picante sauce, and 1/2 cup of the reserved chicken water. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes, or until the sauce is thick. Remove the pan from heat, and sprinkle cheese over the chicken mixture.
  3. Serve over flour tortillas and garnish with sliced olives and sour cream.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 706 | Total Fat: 28.7g | Cholesterol: 106mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2003 by SweetBasil Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Very good and so easy! I added some garlic and a little cumin and cayenne as well as sauting...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 31, 2003 by IANSCOTT   view full review
This is a very easy dish and a great addition to any recipe box. I have made this for certain...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2003 by ANTICANMAN   view full review
a great recipe that ive added to my personal cookbook. i found that cilantro and green chiles...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2004 by RAHIMA   view full review
This recipe defiantly needs some help, otherwise it's just salsa and chicken. Not very...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2006 by mam62505   view full review
The whole family liked this recipe, howeveer, I did make a few changes. When I cooked the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 9, 2005 by HORSELOVER61   view full review
So glad I read reviews! when you add black beans to this and saute garlic with the onions and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2004 by STARDUST5   view full review
Terrific!!! Added cheddar/jack for extra flavor and served over rice...Scrumptious.....Also...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 2, 2003 by geekgirrl   view full review
delicious and easy!
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2005 by KWENGER   view full review
I took others suggestions and added garlic, green peppers, and some spices. We had the mixture...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2005 by KCW33   view full review
Excellent! Very easy to make and flavorful.

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