“Chicken Fresca“

Warmer days beg for a quick-prep, lighter meal to be enjoyed by the whole family, so we’re going to kick up our heels to have some fun with a cool midday meal. While smiling, laughing and just plain having fun, we’ll be preparing a great protein-rich bowl to keep us energized and satisfied while moov’n & groov’n in the kitchen. Today we will partake in the Chicken Fresca — prepared to perfection!

Ingredients (serves 2):
• 1 lb. previously seasoned & roasted chicken breast cold & cubed
• Several handfuls of fresh spinach leaves or other favorite salad greens
• 1 Large organic cucumber, cubed

Fresca-combination

• 2 organic, medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 organic onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 to 2 organic, jalapeno peppers, seeded & chopped
• 1/2 cup organic, cilantro leaves, chopped (or more to taste!)
• 1 organic, green onion, finely chopped
• 1-2 glove(s) organic garlic, minced
• 4-6 Tbs. fresh, squeezed organic lime juice

Combine the last 7 ingredients; cover and refrigerate for at least one hour

Chop your greens and cucumber to desired size for eating and place in a large dinner bowl

Distribute cubed chicken breast over greens

Top chicken with desired amount of refrigerated Fresca-combination…keep smiling!

Additions: Add a ¼ cup of your favorite grated cheese to the top of your salad

YOUR HEALTHY PLATE COACH – Rita