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Chicken in Tomato Zucchini Sauce

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Chicken in Tomato Zucchini Sauce

This recipe makes 4 servings

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Nutritional Info

Per serving: about -
protein - 8 g fat - 18 g carbohydrate - high source of fiber - excellent source of iron 255 calories -

This skillet supper is ideal for families who like spaghetti but are ready to enliven their taste buds. Serve with pasta that cooks at the same time as the chicken.

Ingredients

  • 4 skinned chicken legs
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil
  • 2 carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 minced clove of garlic
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 3 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 can (28 oz/796 ml) tomatoes
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped zucchini

Preparation

Separate chicken legs at joint. In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken all over, about 10 minutes. Transfer to plate.

Reduce heat to medium. Add carrots, onion and garlic; cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes or until slightly softened. Add mushrooms, basil, salt and pepper; cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are softened and slightly browned.

Stir in tomatoes, breaking up with spoon; bring to boil. Return chicken and any accumulated juices to pan; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

Add zucchini; simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced.

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