Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
Avoid this recipe if you are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Check for flour or modified food starch in pre-grated cheese.
"I know my corn plants intimately, and I find it a great pleasure to know them."
-Barbara McClintock, Scientist
Look carefully at the tortillas you buy. Even though most are low in sodium some have a fair amount of salt.
This is a great coating and one key is the medium-hot non-stick pan. The tortilla will crisp while the cheese melts slightly. This dish is great with Cumin, Black Eyes and Corn Salad and topped with your favorite salsa.
Here are enhanced instructions for the Tortilla-Crusted Chicken.
Servings: 4 | Serving size: 4 ounces chicken
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3.
This recipe makes fair leftovers as sandwiches.
Serve with Cumin, Black Eyes and Corn Salad
4 | corn taco shells |
1 tsp | dried oregano |
1 tsp | ground cumin |
1/2 tsp | chili powder |
1/4 tsp | salt |
fresh ground black pepper (to taste) | |
2 ounces | Monterey Jack cheese (grated) |
1/4 cup | 2% milk |
1 Tbsp | Dijon mustard |
8 | 2-ounce slices boneless skinless chicken breasts |
spray olive oil |
Place the tortillas in a mini chopper or food processor. Add the oregano, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Process until about the size of lentils.
Add the cheese and process until well blended.
In a small bowl whisk together the milk and mustard until smooth.
Dip the chicken breasts in the milk / mustard mixture. Coat each breast with the tortilla mixture.
Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. When hot spray with oil and add the chicken breasts. Cook on the first side for about 8 minutes and turn. Cook for another 8 - 10 minutes and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 chicken breast
Servings: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 234 | Calories from Fat 51 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 6g | 9% |
Saturated Fat 3g | 13% |
Monounsaturated Fat 2g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 75mg | 25% |
Sodium 364mg | 15% |
Total Carbohydrates 12g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
Sugars 1g | |
Protein 32g |
Vitamin A 4% | Vitamin C 3% |
Calcium 16% | Iron 10% |
Vitamin K 3 mcg | Potassium 394 mg |
Magnesium 60 mg |