PICANTE CHICKEN

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I came up with this recipe after eating a similar dish in a Mexican restaurant. My family enjoys this chicken's slightly spicy flavor...I like its ease of preparation.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cubed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green or sweet red pepper
1 jar (12 ounces) picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, saute chicken in oil for 10-12 minutes or until juices run clear. Add onion, celery and pepper; saute until crisp-tender. Add picante sauce, lemon-pepper and salt if desired; simmer for 30 minutes. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 929mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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