Meal Kit
Sassy Saucy Jalapeño Chicken
with panko-crusted zucchini and tomatoes
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Spicy
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Carb-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
Chef
Rachel Post
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 2 Zucchini
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
- 1 Jalapeno Pepper
- 1 oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ⅓ oz. Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp. Garlic Pepper
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories440
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Carbohydrates18g
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Net Carbs14g
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Fat22g
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Protein44g
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Sodium1320mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Follow same instructions.
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If using filets mignon or sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare Ingredients and Make Topping
Trim zucchini ends and cut lengthwise into 1/2" planks. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.
Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.Stem jalapeño, halve, remove seeds and ribs, and mince. Wash hands and cutting board after working with jalapeño.In a mixing bowl, combine cheese and panko. Set aside. -
2 Start the Zucchini
Place zucchini on prepared baking sheet. Massage 1 tsp. olive oil, garlic pepper, and 1/4 tsp. salt into zucchini. Spread into a single layer on one side of sheet.
Roast in hot oven, 10 minutes.While zucchini roasts, continue recipe. -
3 Start the Chicken
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.Add chicken to hot pan and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes per side.Remove from burner.Chicken will finish cooking in a later step. -
4 Finish the Chicken and Vegetables
After 10 minutes, carefully remove zucchini from oven. Evenly top zucchini with panko-cheese topping.
Place tomatoes in center of sheet, leaving room for chicken. Transfer chicken to empty side of baking sheet. Wipe pan clean and reserve.Roast in hot oven until vegetables are golden-brown and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 10-12 minutes.While chicken and vegetables roast, continue recipe. -
5 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
Return pan used to sear chicken to medium-low heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.
Add jalapeños (to taste) to hot pan. Stir occasionally until bright green, 30-60 seconds.Add 1 Tbsp. water and cream base and stir until combined. Bring to a simmer.Once simmering, stir occasionally until combined and heated through, 1-2 minutes.If too thick, add additional water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.Remove from burner. Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chicken with sauce (to taste). Bon appétit!
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