Cindy`s Salsa Chicken

1 tb Olive oil

3 lg Garlic cloves

-- peeled and minced 1 1/2 c Chopped onion

1 lg Sweet red pepper

-- cut into small dice 1 lb Chicken breast meat

--(boneless, skinless) -- cut into 1-inch chunks 3 md Tomatoes; peeled & diced

1 sm Head broccoli; stems sliced,

-- flowerets cut into -- bite-sized pieces, -- and steamed for 3 minutes 16 oz Canned pink or kidney beans

-- drained and rinsed 1 c Medium-hot salsa

1/4 c Chopped cilantro (optional)

Freshly ground black pepper --(to taste) In a large nonstick skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil briefly, add the garlic and onion, and saute for 3 minutes or until they are softened. Add the red pepper and saute for another 2 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Stir gently, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes or until the chicken is just done. Check the seasonings before serving. Per Serving: Calories: 305 Protein: 31 grams Carb: 36 grams Sodium: 467 mg Fat: 5 grams (15% of calories) * Adapted from Jane Brody`s "Good Food Gourmet" * Published in: Nutrition Action Healthletter (CSPI) * Typed for you by Karen Mintzias