Chorizo-Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Queso Sauce
"Inspired by queso fundito, these chorizo-and-jalapeño-stuffed chicken breasts cook in a silky, beer-based cheese sauce. [Photographs: Jennifer Olvera] A simple yet flavorful mixture of chorizo, jalapeño, and onion serves as the filling for these pounded chicken breasts, which cook in an ultra-creamy, beer-based cheese sauce.Check out our whole series of stuffed chicken recipes for more inspiration! Why this recipe works: * Pounding the chicken breast halves and trimming them into an even rectangular shape makes stuffing and rolling easier. * Kitchen twine works better than toothpicks to hold these rolls together...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Chicken and Filling:
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1 (6-ounce) link Mexican chorizo, casing removed
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1 medium jalapeño, stemmed and minced
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1/2 medium white onion, minced (about 1/3 cup)
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
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For the Cheese Sauce:
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 medium white onion, minced
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2 medium cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup light beer, such as pale ale or lager
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3 ounces Velveeta, cut into small cubes
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4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
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4 ounces pepper jack cheese, cut into small cubes
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3/4 cup whole milk
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