Mexicali Chicken for Two Recipe

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“This recipe has been a family favorite for many years. It’s great served with Spanish rice and refried beans. Cilantro may be added to the salsa, if desired.” —Avanell Hewitt, North Richland Hills, Texas

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Mexicali Chicken for Two Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 2 Servings

20 10 30

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 to 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium taco seasoning
2 Wright® Brand Bacon strips, halved

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2 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese
2 lime wedges

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Chill until serving.
Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain.
If grilling the chicken, using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°.
Top with bacon and cheese; cook 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with salsa; squeeze lime wedges over top. Yield: 2 servings.

Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving equals 228 calories, 9 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 80 mg cholesterol, 532 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 31 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Mexicali Chicken for Two in Healthy Cooking October/November 2010