Jalapeno Popper Chicken

We love jalapenos around our house, so when I saw this recipe, I just had to try it!  It was a pretty quick, easy dinner for a weeknight.

Jalapeno Popper Chicken

1/2 c panko bread crumbs
2 tsp olive oil
2 tsp taco seasoning
1 egg
2 oz reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1/4 c shredded cheddar cheese
2 jalapenos, minced
2 chicken breasts
salt and pepper
Preheat oven to 375 and place an ovenproof rack onto a rimmed baking dish.  Spray with cooking oil.  In a small skillet, combine panko and oil.  Cook over medium heat until panko is golden brown and crispy.  Remove to a shallow bowl, stir in taco seasoning.  In another shallow bowl, beat the egg.  Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, not quite cutting through.  Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepper.  In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cheddar, and minced jalapenos.  Stuff each chicken breast with the cream cheese mixture, using toothpicks to secure if needed.  Dip the chicken in the egg, then in the panko mixture.  Place the chicken on the rack and cook 25-30 minutes.