A Warm-Me-Up-Meal: Adobo Chicken

As the weather grows colder, a good, spicy meal serves to warm you up. Southwestern is perfect for this. This complete meal is quick and easy.


                                                      
                                                                   Adobo Chicken

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 lime, juiced
2 Tbl spoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika

In a bowl, mix all ingredients except chicken. Divide mixture and spread over breasts skin side. sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill for 6 minutes per side or bake in 425 degree oven for twenty minutes.


                                                          Adobo Jack Mashed Potatoes

8 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (Precooked microwave mashed potatoes or even instant         potatoes can be used, but fresh potatoes have more flavor)
1/4 stick butter
1 Tbl spoon Adobo sauce (More if you like heat)
1/2 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
S/P

Cover potatoes with water and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain. Mash, stir in butter, Adobo sauce, and cheese. Salt and pepper to taste.


                                                                        Arizona Corn

4 cups frozen corn
1 tbl spoon butter
1 Jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 Tbl spoons small diced red peppers
1 tsp dried oregano
s/p

Place corn in microwaveable dish, add other ingredients and cook for 6-7 minutes, stopping and stirring every couple of minutes.