Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Monterey Jack Unfried Chicken
Monterey Jack Unfried Chicken is made with monterey jack cheese, chicken breast, and mayonnaise.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 14 min
- Total
- 24 min
- Original yield
- Serves 6
- Ingredients
- 9 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Primary protein
- Chicken
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
A few quick notes
1. Check when to cover
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
2. Preheat as directed
Have the oven at the specified temperature for its cooking step.
3. Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Get to know the ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into thin cutlets about 6)
In the method: Season chicken cutlets on each side with salt and pepper.
mayonnaise
In the method: Spread a very thin coating of mayonnaise on the top side of each chicken breast.
panko bread crumbs
In the method: Mix in the panko bread crumbs and ranch seasoning and stir until combined.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 6. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into thin cutlets about 6)Ingredient note
Source: 2 tablespoons mayonnaiseIngredient note
Source seasoning: salt and pepperIngredient note
Source seasoning: salt and pepperIngredient note
Source: 3 tablespoons butterIngredient note
Source: 1 cup panko bread crumbsIngredient note
Source: 2 tablespoon ranch seasoningIngredient note
Source: 4 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese (about 1 cup)Ingredient note
Source: 1 cup pico de gallo
How to make it
0 of 6 steps completeMake room for Monterey Jack Unfried Chicken
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Enjoy!
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the oven and baking sheet. Start with this step: Preheat oven to 425˚F.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Bake on the top rack for 12-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, 165˚F internal temp.
How do I plan the ingredient amounts?
This version serves 6. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.
Additional recipe notes
Substitutions: Chicken: Substitute chicken tenders (reduce the cooking time to account for smaller pieces of chicken). Panko breadcrumbs: Swap in gluten-free Panko for GF chicken. Monterey Jack cheese: Cheddar or Parmesan are both good substitutes. How to Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. How to Reheat: This can be reheated in the microwave in 30 second increments, or cover with tin foil and place into the oven to reheat. How to Scale: This recipe can easily be doubled if you are feeding a crowd or halved for smaller portions.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: easyfamilyrecipes.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
