Roman Chicken

Ingredients

4 skinless chicken breast halves, with ribs

2 skinless chicken thighs, with bones

1/2 teaspoon salt, plus 1 teaspoon

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus 1 teaspoon

1/4 cup olive oil

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

3 ounces prosciutto, chopped

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes

1/2 cup white wine

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves

1/2 cup chicken stock

2 tablespoons capers

1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Directions

Season the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a heavy, large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When the oil is hot, cook the chicken until browned on both sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Keeping the same pan over medium heat, add the peppers and prosciutto and cook until the peppers have browned and the prosciutto is crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, wine, and herbs. Using a wooden spoon, scrape the browned bits off the bottom of the pan. Return the chicken to the pan, add the stock, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 to 30 minutes.

If serving immediately, add the capers and the parsley. Stir to combine and serve. If making ahead of time, transfer the chicken and sauce to a storage container, cool, and refrigerate. The next day, reheat the chicken to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the capers and the parsley and serve.

SERVES 6; Calories: 266; Total Fat 13 grams; Saturated Fat: 2 grams; Protein: 28 grams; Total carbohydrates: 8 grams; Sugar: 4 grams; Fiber 1.5 grams; Cholesterol: 76 milligrams; Sodium: 1,307 milligrams

Mexican Chicken Bake - Low Fat

Ingredients

• 4 large chicken breasts
• 1 can fat free, low sodium refried beans
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 packet low sodium taco seasoning
• 1/2 green pepper, washed, seeded and sliced
• 1/2 red pepper, washed seeded and sliced
• 1/2 yellow pepper, washed seeded and sliced
• 1 red onion, sliced

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Defrost chicken breasts and trim fat. Coat all four breasts with 1/2 taco seasoning mix. Set aside.

Prepare glass baking dish with non stick spray. Combine refried beans and salsa in a mixing bowl and then transfer to the baking dish, making sure to spread contents evenly with a spatula.

Place chicken breasts on top of refried beans. Top with sliced veggies and sprinkle with remaining taco seasoning. Bake until veggies are tender and chicken is cooked through.

Serve with fat free sour cream and low fat cheese as a garnish.

"What are the two things they tell you are healthiest to eat? Chicken and fish. You know what you should do? Combine them—eat a penguin." ~Dave Attell