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Santa Fe Chicken Recipe


Santa Fe Chicken Recipe
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Chicken and rice are dressed up with a zippy sauce for a complete meal that’s ready in a dash. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s a festive weeknight supper or special occasion menu.

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Ingredients
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Directions
  1. In a large skillet, saute the onion, jalapeno and garlic in oil until tender. Add broth and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Stir in rice.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper and cumin; place over rice mixture. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear.
  3. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired. Yield: 4 servings.

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