CHICKEN WITH MANDARIN SALSA

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When I have some leftover veggies, I dress the salsa up a little with some diced green onions and bell peppers. If you like a spicier sauce, add cayenne pepper to the skillet. -Aysha Shurman, Ammon, Idaho

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2-2/3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • Drain oranges, reserving 1/4 cup juice. For salsa, in a large bowl, combine oranges, pecans, onion and cilantro., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in reserved juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Top with salsa; serve with rice.

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