SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN STIR-FRY

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A spicy marinade gives this veggie-packed stir-fry the flavors of the Southwest.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 29m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 small zucchini
1 small yellow summer squash
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup medium picante sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix lime juice and chili powder in medium glass or plastic bowl; stir in chicken. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes. Cut zucchini and yellow squash into thin slices.
  • Heat 12-inch skillet or wok over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil; rotate skillet to coat side.
  • Add chicken and marinade; stir-fry until chicken is no longer pink in center. Remove from skillet. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil; rotate skillet to coat side. Add zucchini and yellow squash; stir-fry about 4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add chicken, picante sauce and cilantro; cook and stir until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg

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