Ingredients
1 cup strong chicken stock
9 oz whole tomatoes (undrained)
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 boneless chicken breasts
1/2 cup tequilla
1 juice from two limes
1 heavy dash cayenne pepper
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp coriander
1 salt to taste
1 olive oil
Directions
Simmer the chicken breasts in the stock, until tender. Remove and
cube. Set aside, reserving stock. Saute' the garlic in olive oil. Add
tomatoes (breaking up) and the remaining ingredients; simmer, covered
1/2 hour. Add chicken and re-heat. Toss with cooked noodles. If sauce
becomes too thick, add the chicken stock. Sprinkle with Parmesan
cheese and garnish with fresh basil or parsley leaves. FROM:
SHERYL HOUSE
(FGKG27A)
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Chicken; Poultry
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