Mexicali Chicken for Two

  Chicken & Turkey

This recipe has been a family favorite for many years. It’s great served with Spanish rice and refried beans. You can cilantro to the salsa, if you like.

Mexicali Chicken for Two

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TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 2 servings.

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 bacon strips, halved
  • 2 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese
  • 2 lime wedges

Instructions

  • 1. In a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Chill until serving.
  • 2. Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain.
  • 3. 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 thermometer reads 170°.
  • 4. Top with bacon and cheese; cook 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with salsa; squeeze lime wedges over top.

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