Friday, March 27, 2009

My Favorite Freezing Cold (When it Should be Warm) Spring Dinner:

Creamy Tomato Chicken
When pregnant (or any time) finding delicious sources of lean protein can be difficult. But with this amazing, pregnancy-friendly, heart-healthy dish, chalking up grams of protein is easy!

Ingredients:
1. 1 lb of chicken breast, skinless/ boneless (I always recommend free range, local chicken if possible)
2. 1 can Muir Glen Organic stewed tomatoes
3. 1 cup of whole organic milk
4. Salt and pepper
5. 4 Tblsp olive oil
6. 5-7 cloves of garlic
7. Sprinkle of dried herbs de provence

Method:
1. Generously salt and pepper the chicken breast, sprinkle with herbs
2. Peel and coarsely chop the garlic cloves
3. Heat oil in large cast iron skillet over med/high heat until very hot
4. Throw chicken breast in and sear for 1-2 minutes per side
5. Reduce heat (add more oil if the pan looks dry) and add garlic
6. Sauté garlic 1 minute
7. Add milk, reduce heat, cover skillet and simmer for 2 minutes
8. Add stewed tomatoes, mush up with a wooden spoon
9. Cover and simmer for fifteen minutes (make sure liquid is actively simmering)
Serve with brown rice or whole wheat pasta.
Enjoy!
*Always check that chicken is cooked white throughout before eating

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