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Mexican Stir-fry

  

This recipe is great for everyday meals and can also be prepared for church dinners, potlucks and family get-together's with little fuss.

 

 

1/2 cups 

 

chopped onions

 

2

 

garlic cloves, minced

 

2 teaspoons 

 

vegetable oil

 

1/2 cup 

 

finely chopped green pepper

 

1/2 cup 

 

finely chopped sweet red pepper

 

2 tablespoons 

 

minced jalapeño pepper* (or use 1 small can chopped green chilies)

 

3/4 cup 

 

water

 

1/2 cup 

 

tomato purée

 

1/2 teaspoon 

 

chili powder

 

1/2 teaspoon 

 

chicken bouillon granules

 

1/4 teaspoon 

 

salt

 

pinch 

 

cayenne pepper

 

1-1/3 cups 

 

diced cooked chicken

 

2/3 cup 

 

canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained

 

1 cup 

 

cooked rice

 

1/2 cup 

 

shredded Cheddar cheese

 

 

 

 

In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil for 3 minutes. Add peppers; sauté until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in water, tomato purée, chili powder, bouillon, salt, and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add chicken, beans and rice; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

 

 

 Recipe Type

Main Dish, One-dish meal, Poultry, Stir-fry

 

 Cooking Tips

*When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands. Avoid touching your face.

 

 Recipe Source

Source: Quick Cooking-Sept/Oct 1998

 


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