Brazilian Chicken by Prevention

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 15
Healthy and delicious Brazilian Chicken by Prevention recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lemon
1 lime
1 tablespoon ground flax seed
1 can tomato sauce
1 can frozen orange juice concentrate
1 1/2 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon hot pepper salsa
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3/4 cup chunky salsa

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
365
Sugar
23g
Fat
6g
This Brazilian Chicken recipe is absolutely delicious, with a unique blend of sweet and savory flavors. It’s a healthy and satisfying meal that is perfect for any night of the week. The orange juice concentrate and chunky salsa add a burst of bright, citrusy flavor, while the garlic, Italian seasoning, and hot pepper salsa give the dish a nice depth of spice. This recipe is perfect served over a bed of rice, or paired with a fresh green salad for a tasty, nutritious meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a medium saucepan, mix together tomato sauce, orange juice concentrate, garlic, Italian seasoning, and hot pepper salsa; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
3.Meanwhile, pour chunky salsa into bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
4.Place chicken on top.
5.Pour tomato mixture over chicken.
6.Bake for 35 minutes.
7.Remove from oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This recipe is packed full of amazing flavors and can be made in under an hour.
It is a great healthy main dish for a weeknight dinner.

CONS

This recipe has quite a few ingredients and requires some preparation.
It may be slightly time consuming for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a great source of lean protein, vitamin C, and fiber. The garlic in this recipe has been linked to reducing cholesterol levels and supporting immune function, while the flax seed provides healthy fats and fiber that aids in digestion.

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