Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the American Southwest with Chicken Arizona, a dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its unique blend of spices. This delectable dish features tender pieces of chicken coated in a flavorful marinade, then grilled to perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce. The harmonious blend of zesty chili peppers, aromatic cumin, and tangy lime creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Accompanying the main event are three equally delectable recipes: a refreshing Pico de Gallo salsa bursting with the freshness of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime; a luscious Guacamole dip packed with the creamy goodness of avocados, zesty lime, and a hint of spice; and a fluffy Cilantro Lime Rice that perfectly complements the bold flavors of the chicken. Get ready to transport your taste buds to the heart of the Southwest with this tantalizing Chicken Arizona feast.
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ARIZONA CHICKEN IN ACORN SQUASH
Give stuffed acorn squash a taste of the Southwest with this comforting recipe. We love the crunch of the toasted almonds, heat of green chiles, and creamy texture of avocado. -Martha Sparlin, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cut each squash lengthwise in half; discard seeds. Cut a thin slice from bottom of each squash half to allow them to lie flat. Place on a 15x10-in. baking sheet, cut side up; fill each with 1 teaspoon butter. Bake until fork-tender, 35-40 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chicken, cheese, chilies, celery, sour cream, green onions, olives, paprika and pepper; spoon into squash. , Bake until filling is heated through and squash is tender, 20-25 minutes. Top with avocado and nuts.
Nutrition Facts :
ARIZONA CHICKEN
I HAVE a large collection of recipes with a Southwest flavor. Served with either pasta or rice, this is one of my husband's favorites. The moist, flavorful chicken suits any occasion, plus it can be prepared for any number of guests. -Carolyn Deming, Miami, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a skillet, brown chicken on both sides in 2 tablespoons of oil. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, celery, water, olives, garlic powder, oregano, salt if desired and pepper; bring to a boil. , Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Return chicken to pan. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Add mushrooms; simmer 15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 13g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.
ARIZONA MARINADE FOR GRILLED CHICKEN,PORK OR BEEF
Quick and easy.If making marinade for chicken, I use 1 T. Worcestershire, for pork and beef I use the full 2 T. Original recipe calls for 1 T. poultry seasoning, we don't use it. Enough marinade for 6-8 pieces of meat, maybe more. Grill on med coals about 20 min. From the Kitchen of Kentucky Anna
Provided by BakinBaby
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put all ingredients in a jar with tight fitting lidf, shake well.
- Place meat in a large ziplog bag, pour over just enough marinade to cover meat, marinate in frig or 6-8 hours or longer.The unused marinade (still in the jar) will last up to 1 week in frig,.
- To cook, preheat gas or charcoal grill on medium heat.Grill 15-20 minutes until chicken or pork feels firm and is lightly browned, turning a few times to make grill marks, brushing with marinade as you cook,.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.3, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 22.4, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 0.3
ARIZONA CHICKEN CHILI
I got this recipe off of the back of a can of Del Monte tomatoes. It's a real quick dish that can be made in less than 30 minutes.
Provided by LARavenscroft
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Dice chicken into 1/2 inch chunks.
- Combine chicken, undrained tomatoes, and chili powder in a mdeium saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, about 5 minutes or until chicken is done and sauce is slightly thickened.
- Add remaining ingredients and simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until heated through.
- Garnish with shredded cheese, diced avocados, radishes, or green onions, if desired.
- Makes 4-1 cup servings.
CHICKEN ARIZONA
A workweek's worth of dinner with simple changes (chicken chili and smothered burritos). These meals can also be made with whatever is on hand or regional brands of Hispanic foods, the most important thing is to mix and match. If your family doesn't care for spicy foods, tone down the peppers but if they do you could go wild!
Provided by ayrolynkeady
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 4h20m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sunday: Cooking the Chicken
- In a big, oval crock-pot layer chicken and canned tomatoes.
- Add 1-cup water.
- Set crock-pot to low, cover and cook for 5 hours till tender.
- Remove from crock-pot, cover and refrigerate.
- Monday: Eat leftovers from Sunday or go out to dinner!
- Monday Night/Tuesday: Chicken Chili.
- Shred the chicken breasts using two forks (get help, it will go faster with more hands).
- In your very same big, oval crock-pot place all of the shredded chicken. Open and dump in the following: all of the El Pato (2 cans) and all of the green chilies (1 can, more if you like spicy, less if you don't). Stir.
- Cover, turn crock-pot to low and go to work.
- Come home from work (approximately 8 hours later).
- In a small saucepan, heat the black beans.
- Microwave tortillas wrapped in moistened paper towels.
- Serve a large scoop of chicken, a scoop of black beans and a tortilla or two on each plate.
- Cover and refrigerate leftover chicken and beans.
- Wednesday: Smothered Burritos.
- In a medium saucepan warm leftover chicken and beans. Add 1 package Neufchatel cheese, stirring until melted.
- Pour salsa into mixture.
- Spray a 14x9 inch-baking pan with cooking spray.
- One at a time, fill 4 tortillas each with a quarter of the chicken mixture, roll and place in baking pan.
- Smother with enchilada sauce. Top with shredded cheese if you like.
- Bake @ 350 for 1/2 hour or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 764.5, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 176.9, Sodium 5976.5, Carbohydrate 55, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 33.1, Protein 51.8
ARIZONA CHICKEN
Steps:
- 1. Pound each breast between sheets of plastic wrap to a uniform thickness of 1/2 inch.
- 2. Spread with mustard.
- 3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- 4. Add chicken and cook 3-4 minutes on each side.
- 5. Stir salsa and lime juice together and add to skillet.
- 6. Simmer gently, uncovered, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened, about 6-8 minutes.
- 7. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Tips:
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner dish.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips for faster cooking and more even browning.
- Marinate the chicken in the chipotle sauce for at least 30 minutes to infuse it with flavor.
- Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the chicken in a single layer for even cooking.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat to prevent it from burning.
- Stir the chicken frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
- Cook the chicken until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese.
Conclusion:
Chicken Arizona is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can also be made with fresh chicken breasts. The chipotle sauce gives the chicken a wonderful smoky flavor, and the melted cheese makes it rich and creamy. Serve Chicken Arizona with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese, and enjoy!
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