Mexicali Chicken Recipe

By polledl

Ingredients

• 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
• 1 to 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning
• 4 bacon strips, halved
• 4 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese
• 1 medium lime, cut into four wedges

Details

Preparation time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

•In a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion, jalapenos, 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 meat 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. Yield: 4 servings.
Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.