*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         CINDY'S SALSA CHICKEN

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Poultry                          Main dish
               Low-fat

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  1       tb           Olive oil
  3       lg           Garlic cloves
                       -- peeled and minced
  1 1/2   c            Chopped onion
  1       lg           Sweet red pepper
                       -- cut into small dice
  1       lb           Chicken breast meat
                       --(boneless, skinless)
                       -- cut into 1-inch chunks
  3       md           Tomatoes -- peeled & diced
  1       sm           Head broccoli -- stems sliced,
                       -- flowerets cut into
                       -- bite-sized pieces,
                       -- and steamed for 3 minutes
 16       oz           Canned pink or kidney beans
                       -- drained and rinsed
  1       c            Medium-hot salsa
    1/4   c            Chopped cilantro (optional)
                       Freshly ground black pepper
                       --(to taste)

 In a large nonstick skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil briefly, add
 the garlic and onion, and saute for 3 minutes or until they are softened.
 Add the red pepper and saute for another 2 minutes.

 Add the remaining ingredients and bring the mixture to a boil over medium
 heat.  Stir gently, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer for 5 to 7
 minutes or until the chicken is just done.  Check the seasonings before
 serving.

  Per Serving:
 Calories: 305           Protein: 31 grams               Carb: 36 grams
 Sodium: 467 mg          Fat: 5 grams (15% of calories)

 * Adapted from Jane Brody's "Good Food Gourmet"
 * Published in: Nutrition Action Healthletter (CSPI)
 * Typed for you by Karen Mintzias



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