CHICKEN MEXICANA

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This is a recipe that I've had for years. I'm not even sure now where I got it. It's fairly quick to put together and makes for a very satisfying meal.

Provided by Mary K. W.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1 cup picante sauce
4 ounces cheese spread, diced
2 -3 cups rice, cooked (hot)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with garlic salt.
  • Heat butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 minutes. Turn chicken.
  • Add onion and green pepper around edges of chicken. Cook 5 minutes or until chicken is tender and juices run clear.
  • Place rice on serving platter. Remove chicken from skillet and place over rice; keep warm.
  • Add picante sauce and cheese to skillet. Cook and stir until cheese is melted and sauce is hot.
  • Pour over chicken and rice; sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with additional picante sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.4, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 99.3, Sodium 970.8, Carbohydrate 85.7, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 39.8

Uday Singh
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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck.


Darrell Vaughn
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


gbaderogeorge oluwatemilorun
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I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. It still turned out great.


Kevin Pereira
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Theresa Bableh
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy.


Jeffrey Smith
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


mbatya sulaiman
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I've never made chicken mexicana before, but this recipe made it easy. I'll definitely be making it again.


Hailey Carter
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I'm allergic to tomatoes, so I had to substitute them with another ingredient. The dish still turned out great.


Tatiana Claros
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


William Black
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken mexicana turned out dry and bland.


Katie Smarr
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This is the best chicken mexicana recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are incredible and the chicken is so tender.


Kayaga Flavia
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used different types of chicken, vegetables, and spices, and it always turns out great.


Bilal Gee
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my kids.


Shimul Hossen
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and the sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Onalenna Maswabi
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This was my first time making chicken mexicana and it turned out great! The sauce was delicious and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ashley Cornelius
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so moist and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rohit Bhai
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This chicken mexicana recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the chicken comes out so tender and flavorful. I served it with rice and beans and it was a hit with my family.


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