Chili Chicken With Acorn Squash |
|
 |
Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
|
Interesting flavor from the combination of squash, chicken and fruit. Low calorie recipe Ingredients:
1 tablespoon lite olive oil |
2 1/2 cups onions, chopped |
4 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 medium sweet green pepper, chopped |
1 celery rib, chopped |
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into chunks |
4 cups acorn squash, cubed |
2 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth |
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole tomatoes |
2/3 cup pitted prune |
1/2 cup dried apricot |
1 1/2 tablespoons chili (or to taste) |
1/2 cup roasted pumpkin seeds, for garnish (optional) |
Directions:
1. Saute the onions, garlic, bell pepper and celery in the oil for 5-7 minutes.
2. Use a cover so the steam helps to cook them Add chicken, stir and cook until it white on all sides.
3. Stir in the squash,broth,tomatoes, prunes, apricots& spice.
4. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
5. Adjust seasoning.
6. Garnish with pumkin seeds& serve with rice.
|
|