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    Total Time:

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    25 mins

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    Kim127's Note:

    A quick easy dinner from Southern Living.

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    Directions:

    1. 1
      Combine the black and red pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
    2. 2
      Sprinkle evenly over chicken.
    3. 3
      Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    4. 4
      Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
    5. 5
      Remove from heat.
    6. 6
      Top with chiles and cheese.
    7. 7
      Cover and let stand 2-3 minutes or until cheese melts.
    8. 8
      Sprinkle with additional paprika.
    9. 9
      (optional).
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    Nutritional Facts for Cheesy Mexican Chicken

    Serving Size: 1 (183 g)

    Servings Per Recipe: 4

    Amount Per Serving
    % Daily Value
    Calories 277.1
     
    Calories from Fat 117
    42%
    Total Fat 13.0 g
    20%
    Saturated Fat 7.6 g
    38%
    Cholesterol 101.2 mg
    33%
    Sodium 251.2 mg
    10%
    Total Carbohydrate 4.0 g
    1%
    Dietary Fiber 0.7 g
    3%
    Sugars 1.9 g
    7%
    Protein 35.0 g
    70%
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