Plain chicken breasts get a south of the border makeover with this recipe. With all the fun of nachos and the filling main dish appeal of chicken, this is sure to be a family favorite!
Zesty Chicken Nacho Bake
Ingredients:
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup chunky salsa
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded Mexican Style four-cheese blend
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Place chicken on foil-covered baking sheet. Slice three cuts on top of each chicken breast with sharp knife.
3. Top each chicken breast evenly with salsa, sour cream and tortilla chips.
4. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven; sprinkle with cheese.
5. Bake an additional 10 min. or until chicken is cooked through.
Health Benefits of Chicken
We're sure you've heard it before. Chicken is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. But why is that? What is it about this meat that makes it so popular among athletes and those trying to manage their weight?
For starters, chicken is very high in protein and low in fat. This contrasts it against something like beef, which is high in protein but also high in fat. It's chicken's high protein and low fat content that make it such a great option for those trying to lose fat and build muscle.
Chicken also has a number of important nutrients in it. In particular, chicken contains a lot of niacin, selenium, phosphorous, and vitamin B6. There are also a number of other nutrients in chicken, in smaller quantities. The nutrients that chicken contains are essential for energy production, brain health, and DNA synthesis.
With benefits like these, it's no wonder that chicken is seen as such a superfood. By feeding this chicken to your family, you'll be helping to provide them with a balanced, healthy diet. Healthy food doesn't have to be boring, and this recipe is great evidence for that!
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