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 Rice with Chicken Spanish Style   Spanish chicken and rice is the perfect holiday meal not only because it is immensely easy to make, but also because of its incredible taste which will prove to be a true crowd pleaser! This is a good way to get vegetables into the meal plan. Serve with a mixed green salad and some whole wheat bread. Ingredients: 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 medium onions, chopped 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 medium red/green peppers, cut into stripe 1 cup mushrooms, chopped 2 cups uncooked whole grain rice 3 pounds boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces, skin removed 1 1/2 tsp. salt (optional)  2 1/2cups low-fat chicken broth Saffron or Sazón for color  3 medium tomatoes.chopped 1 cup frozen peas 1 cup frozen corn 1 cup frozen green beans Olives or capers for garnish (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a non-stick pot. Add onion, garlic. celery, red/green pepper, and mushrooms. Cook over medium heat...

 Lemon-Herb Chicken Breast  Chicken is a versatile and nutritious option for a speedy dinner. It can be transformed in countless ways, and we've explored various recipes. Our love for this lemon herb dish lies in its minimal prep time, yet it boasts the rich flavors that might make you think we slaved away in the kitchen. The zesty punch of lemon, coupled with the warmth of lemon pepper, creates a delightful fusion of tastes that will leave you wondering how such a simple recipe can pack such a flavorful punch. **Ingredients:** - 1 tsp chopped garlic - 1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil - 1 lb (455 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts - Salt and pepper - 1/4 cup (10 g) minced fresh basil - 2 tbsp (5 g) minced fresh parsley - 2 lemons - 2 tbsp (28 ml) water **Instructions:** 1. Mix chopped garlic with olive oil in a measuring cup and set it aside. 2. Heat a non-stick skillet over high heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray. 3. Flatten chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) ...