Meal Kit
Tortilla-Crusted Chicken
with Hatch chile cheese sauce and green beans
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbs
Chef
Maija Barnes
Looking for something a little on the lighter side, but without any flavor compromise? Look no further than this tortilla crusted, party in your mouth, winner winner chicken dinner! Not only is it low in calories, but with a side of fresh green beans, it's also low in carbs!
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Green Beans
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
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1 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 oz. Tortilla Strips
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1 oz. Creme Fraiche
- ¾ oz. Fire-Roasted Diced Hatch Green Chile Peppers
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0.42 oz. Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. Fajita Seasoning
- ½ tsp. Adobo Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving) 4PX0LZPm
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Calories520
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Carbohydrates26g
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Net Carbs20g
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Fat26g
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Protein43g
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Sodium1470mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
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 sirloin steaks, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 1, 2, and 3, cooking on one side, 2-3 minutes, then transferring to prepared baking sheet, seared-side up, adding topping, and roasting until steaks reach minimum internal temperature, 7-9 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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If using NY strip steak, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 1, 2, and 3, cooking on one side, 2-3 minutes, then transferring to prepared baking sheet, seared-side up, adding topping, and roasting until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Coarsely chop tortilla strips.
Trim green beans, if necessary.Pat chicken dry and season both sides with adobo seasoning and a pinch of salt and pepper. -
2 Start the Chicken
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add chicken to hot pan and cook undisturbed until browned on both sides, 2-4 minutes.
Chicken will finish cooking in a later step.Remove from burner. -
3 Finish the Chicken
Transfer chicken to prepared baking sheet. Evenly top chicken with a thin layer of mayonnaise, then crushed tortilla strips, pressing gently to adhere. Wipe pan clean and reserve.
Roast in hot oven until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 8-10 minutes.While chicken roasts, continue recipe. -
4 Cook the Green Beans
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add green beans to hot pan and stir occasionally, 1 minute.
Add 1/4 cup water, cover, and cook until tender, 6-8 minutes.If green beans need more time, add 2 Tbsp. water, cover, and stir occasionally, 1-3 minutes.Uncover and add fajita seasoning and 1/4 tsp. salt. Toss until green beans are coated.Remove from burner. -
5 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
Return pan used to cook chicken to medium heat. Add 1/4 cup water, crème fraîche, and cheese to hot pan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, stir occasionally until beginning to thicken, 2-3 minutes.Add chiles (to taste) and stir occasionally, 2 minutes.Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chicken with sauce. Bon appétit!
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