MEXICALI CHICKEN FOR TWO

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This recipe has been a family favorite for many years. It's great served with Spanish rice and refried beans. You can cilantro to the salsa, if you like. -Avanell Hewitt, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 to 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium taco seasoning
2 bacon strips, halved
2 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese
2 lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Chill until serving., Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain., If grilling the chicken, using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°., Top with bacon and cheese; cook 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with salsa; squeeze lime wedges over top.

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


Patience Ugwu
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kasun Rangashan
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Bilal Arif
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the marinade was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


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


Bl._. Ryan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


joysree bhowmick
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Sardar Khan
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the marinade was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Enock Lucheli
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the marinade is perfect. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Elaina Starnes
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and the chicken always turns out delicious. I usually serve it with rice and beans, but it's also great on its own.


Anika Gowda
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This was my first time making Mexicali Chicken and it turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the marinade was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Monarch MA
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the marinade is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bailey Keiser
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Jimi blingbling
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. The chicken was delicious and the marinade was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shym ooo
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The chicken was tender and flavorful.


Adiah Folarin
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Haroon Haider
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This Mexicali Chicken was a hit! The marinade was flavorful and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a delicious and easy meal.