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Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts, cut into portions
- Salt, to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups crushed crackers or breadcrumbs (Saladitas-style or similar)
- ½ cup oil, for frying
Sauce
- ½ cup tomato juice or tomato cream (Crema de Tomate)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
Cheese Topping
- ½ cup grated yellow cheese
- ½ cup grated white cheese
Preparation
- Prepare the chicken
Cut chicken breasts into portions and season with salt. - Bread the chicken
Dip each piece into beaten eggs, then coat with flour and crushed crackers or breadcrumbs. - Pan-fry
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat. - Assemble
Place the chicken in a greased glass baking dish. - Make the sauce
Mix oil (from the pan or fresh), tomato juice, cream, and a pinch of salt. Pour evenly over the chicken. - Bake
Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) until hot and bubbling, about 20 minutes. - Add cheese
Sprinkle grated cheeses over the top and return to the oven. Bake until the cheese is fully melted and lightly golden, 5–10 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with:
- Rice or mashed potatoes
- Steamed vegetables
- Caesar or green salad
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