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Active Time:25 minsTotal Time:1 hrServings:8
Active Time:25 mins
Active Time:
25 mins
Total Time:1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:8
Servings:
8
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Jump to recipeNutrition NotesJalapeñosare hot peppers that are on the milder end of the Scoville Scale. For example, compared to a bell pepper, which ranks at zero on the scale, a jalapeño ranks at an average of 5,000—but a ghost pepper ranks at an average of almost 950,000 on the scale. Besides being spicy, jalapeños are a good source of vitamin C.Eating spicy foodhas also been associated with some health benefits, including supporting a healthy heart and blood pressure. And eating spicy food may help you feel more satisfied after eating it.Chicken breastis an excellent source of lean protein. It has a minimal amount of saturated fat. Also, it provides vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins and choline, a nutrient that is necessary for your nervous system to function properly. Thanks to its leanness, chicken breast fits nicely into a variety of healthy eating patterns.
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Nutrition NotesJalapeñosare hot peppers that are on the milder end of the Scoville Scale. For example, compared to a bell pepper, which ranks at zero on the scale, a jalapeño ranks at an average of 5,000—but a ghost pepper ranks at an average of almost 950,000 on the scale. Besides being spicy, jalapeños are a good source of vitamin C.Eating spicy foodhas also been associated with some health benefits, including supporting a healthy heart and blood pressure. And eating spicy food may help you feel more satisfied after eating it.Chicken breastis an excellent source of lean protein. It has a minimal amount of saturated fat. Also, it provides vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins and choline, a nutrient that is necessary for your nervous system to function properly. Thanks to its leanness, chicken breast fits nicely into a variety of healthy eating patterns.
Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients4center-cut bacon slices, chopped4tablespoonsunsalted butter, divided2 ½poundsboneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces½teaspoonground pepper, divided1mediumyellow onion, chopped1bunchscallions, sliced, white and light green parts separated from dark green parts1cupchopped jalapeño peppers, (about 4 large, seeds and ribs removed), plus 1 jalapeño, sliced⅓cupall-purpose flour1cupno-salt-added chicken broth1cupwhole milk4ouncesreduced-fat cream cheese1 ¼cupsshredded part-skim mozzarella cheese¼teaspoonsalt¾cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs
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Ingredients
4center-cut bacon slices, chopped
4tablespoonsunsalted butter, divided
2 ½poundsboneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
½teaspoonground pepper, divided
1mediumyellow onion, chopped
1bunchscallions, sliced, white and light green parts separated from dark green parts
1cupchopped jalapeño peppers, (about 4 large, seeds and ribs removed), plus 1 jalapeño, sliced
⅓cupall-purpose flour
1cupno-salt-added chicken broth
1cupwhole milk
4ouncesreduced-fat cream cheese
1 ¼cupsshredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
¼teaspoonsalt
¾cupwhole-wheat panko breadcrumbs
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until crispy, about 7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined plate, reserving drippings in the pan.
Add 2 tablespoons butter to the drippings in the pan; cook over medium-high heat until melted, about 30 seconds. Add half of the chicken and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat the procedure with the remaining chicken and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
Without wiping the pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, white and light green parts of scallions and chopped jalapeños; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 6 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring to coat; cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute. Add broth and milk; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add cream cheese; cook, stirring constantly, until melted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in the chicken, mozzarella and salt.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, they are botanically the same but named differently according to regional preferences.
The hot parts of the jalapeño peppers (seeds and ribs) are removed for this recipe. However, if you think it won’t be mild enough for your taste, cut back on the number of peppers.
Any of the Southern classics would work well with this casserole:collard greens,rice,black beans,roasted root veggiesandcornbread. And you can’t go wrong with a simple green salad.
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, December 2020
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)398Calories18gFat15gCarbs43gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.
Carrie Myers, M.S.
andLinda Frahm
Linda Frahm
