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Fiesta Chicken Salad

Fiesta Chicken Salad

This colorful dish will brighten up your evening.
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast cubed
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup tomatoes diced
  • ½ cup corn drained
  • 1 orange bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup mild salsa
  • 1/8 cup cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Coat a frying pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cook the chicken completely through over medium high heat.
  • Spread the lettuce over a plate.
  • Sprinkle the tomatoes, corn, pepper, and salsa evenly over the lettuce.
  • Top with the chicken and cheese.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Suggestion:
Serve with a slice Texas toast.
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Course; Chicken / Salad

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

A hearty and flavorful slow cooker chicken tortilla soup, packed with tender shredded chicken, tomatoes, and a blend of Mexican spices. Top with crunchy tortilla strips for the perfect finishing touch!
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Preparation 10 minutes
Preparation time:4 hours
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Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • stirring spoon
  • Forks for shredding

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts whole
  • 1 12-ounce can stewed tomatoes
  • 1 8-ounce can enchilada sauce
  • 1 green chili pepper deseeded and chopped
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried cilantro

Instructions

  • Spray the insert of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Add the chicken breasts, stewed tomatoes, enchilada sauce, diced onion, and chopped green chili to the slow cooker.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and season with cumin, chili powder, and dried cilantro.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.
  • Uncover and shred the chicken using two forks.
  • Stir well and serve hot.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:
Top with crunchy tortilla strips, shredded cheese, fresh avocado, and a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light-bodied Zinfandel to complement the bold Mexican flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 32 g | Fat: 8 g | Sugar: 6 g
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Course; Chicken / Crockpot / Soup / Tortilla
Cuisine; Mexican

Grilled Cheesy Chicken

Grilled Cheesy Chicken

The grilled cheese sandwich grows up with this decadent but simple recipe.
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 chicken breast sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • 1 tablespoon pesto
  • 1 slice mozzarella cheese
  • 1 slice Colby jack cheese
  • ½ Tomatoes sliced

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook the chicken completely.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet.
  • Butter one side of each slice of bread.
  • In the same pan, oiled again, if necessary, toast the bread.
  • On the side not buttered, spread the pesto.
  • Place the mozzarella on one slice and the Colby jack on the other.
  • Add the tomato and chicken to one side.
  • Close the sandwich.
  • Continue to turn the sandwich until the cheese melts.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Suggestion:
Serve alongside a cup of tomato bisque to complete the meal.
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Course; Cheese / Chicken