Muscle meals

Chicken Fajita
Strips With Rice

1     cup dry brown rice,
      cooked
1     tsp paprika
1/8   tsp cumin
1/2   cup salsa
1     1 lb roasted chicken
      breast, cut into fajita-size
      strips
1     small onion, sliced
1     bell pepper, sliced
      Salt and pepper to taste
1     tbsp lime juice

TO MAKE: [1] In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, paprika, cumin, and salsa. [2] Stir until mixed thoroughly and reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop. [3] In a large skillet or wok coated with nonstick cooking spray, stir-fry the roasted chicken strips, onion, and bell pepper over high heat until the onions start to brown, or about five minutes. Add salt and pepper while stir-frying. [4] Divide rice onto two plates, top with the chicken and vegetables, and drizzle the lime juice over the top. Serves 2.

Per serving: 750 calories, 79 g protein, 80 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 11 g fat

JOHN BERARDI, PH.D., AND JOHN WILLIAMS, PH.D.

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