Meal Solutions: Savory Chicken Tacos

     As a food enthusiast, I try a lot of new things. Close friends will tell you that I love grocery shopping, and prefer it to shopping for clothes! While I do cook and try a wide variety of dishes, no meal has had me coming back for more like a recent recipe I came across on EatingWell.com. If you are looking for a dish that is healthy, easy to make, and absolutely delicious-- try these Charred Tomato &  Chicken Tacos! Check out 
www.EatingWell.com for more recipe ideas!


____________________What you'll need

• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2  boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into 1-inch chunks
• Salt & pepper
• 1 large white onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 2 cloves cloves garlic, very finely chopped
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and very finely chopped (Substitute Serrano peppers for extra kick!)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 4-6 tortillas, warmed (I suggest El Milagro Flour tortillas- they are delicious!!)
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Serving Size: 1-2 people. Spiciness can be altered by including or omitting peppers. Cook Time: 30mins


Step 1: Thaw the meat, trim any fat, and cut it into 1 inch chunks.


Step 2: Dice the tomatoes, the garlic, the onion, and the jalapeño (or Serrano) peppers.


Step 3: Heat a skillet on high, and add the tomatoes. Do not add any oil or spray, this process chars the tomatoes, and gives a grilled taste. Char the tomatoes for no more than 8 minutes. When you are finished, set the tomatoes aside on a plate and cover them.


Step 4: Add the 2 teaspoons of olive oil to the skillet, and begin cooking the chicken on medium heat. Season it with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes, until it is browned on all sides and no pink remains.


Step 5: Add the garlic, onion and jalapeño peppers to the chicken. Let all of the flavors cook together for about 5 minutes. (EXTRA: For added 'zing,' sprinkle some paprika on the mixture!)


Step 6: Pour in the two tablespoons of lime juice, and add the charred tomatoes. Reduce the heat to a simmer. In the mean time, heat the tortillas in the microwave by wrapping them in a slightly damp paper towel for about 35-45 seconds. 

Step 7: For a fresh, juicy flavor, add 2 tablespoons of spicy tomato juice to the simmering mixture. (For best results, try the spicy or  "picante" flavor of Clamato tomato juice).


Step 8: Load the tortillas up with the mixture and serve! Garnish with sour cream, cheese, and sauce as desired.


Enjoy!


Vanessa