July 18, 2012

Southwestern Chicken

A favorite of a friend, Southwestern chicken is low-fat and flavorful.

For 6 servings of Southwestern Chicken, you will need:
6 chicken breast halves, boned and skinned
2 tsp cumin, divided
1 tsp minced garlic
1 15 ounce can of black beans rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn
2/3 cup picante sauce
1/2 cup diced red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

First, season the chicken with 1 tsp cumin and  the garlic. coat a skillet with non stick cooking spray and place over medium heat. add chicken and cook 3-4 minutes. in a separate bowl, combine beans, corn, picante sauce, bell pepper and remaining cumin. spoon mixture over chicken  cook 6-8 minutes more or until done at a reduced heat.  Then remove chicken to a platter and keep warm. continue to heat the bean mixture at high heat another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.  spread bean mixture over chicken and top with cilantro. serve with picante sauce over rice or on non-fat flour tortillas.

Per serving, 211 calories, 30 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates, 3 g fat.

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