Chicken Tri-Colore

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
• 3/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 2 bunched arugula, each bunch trimmed and cut in half crosswise
• 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar

Makes 4 (1 3/4 cup) Servings

1. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt, oregano and black pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over low heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove the garlic and discard.
3. Increase the heat to medium. Add half of the chicken. Cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon. Repeat with the remaining oil and chicken.
4. Add all the bell peppers and  remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt to the skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the peppers are crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
5. Add the arugula and cook, tossing, until wilted, about 1 minute. Return the chicken to the pan, sprinkle with the vinegar, and toss to combine. Serve hot.

WW POINTS VALUE: 7 pts.

 

Note: This recipe appears in the South Beach Diet Super Quick Cookbook. Don't be intimidated by this dish. This dish is a great way to kick-start your healthy lifestyle because it's packed with protein, color, vitamins and flavor. The oregano, garlic and balsamic vinegar give this dish an aromatic flavor. The bell peppers give the dish a nice crunch as well as color. You can use spinach in place of the arugula and the dish but I highly recommend not cooking he arugula or spinach because it will add a little more crunch and more nutrients to this meal. I like to think of this dish as the alternative to fast food or takeout. You can actually cook this meal in 30 minutes or less and it still tastes better than fast food.