PATTIES WITH RED PEPPER SAUCE

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Store leftover chipotle peppers in the refrigerator for up to a week. Add chopped peppers and adobo sauce to salsa and other red sauces.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 cup frozen peas
1 package (10 ounces) refrigerated breaded chicken patties
1 jar (12 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
1 teaspoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Prepare orzo and peas according to package directions. Meanwhile, place chicken patties in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until heated through. , In a blender, cover and process red and chipotle peppers until pureed; transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute. Spoon over chicken patties; sprinkle with cheese., Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Drain orzo and peas; combine. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 634mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.