Favorite Fare, Society
May 23, 2019

Yes, to this chicken, Angel hair Caesar, The best hamburger casserole

By Melanie Behrens

A good main course is the center of the meal. Try these.

Yes, to this chicken
2 lbs. chicken breasts
1 TBS olive oil
1/2 C mild salsa
3-4 TBS brown sugar
1 4-oz. can mild diced green chilies
1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
1 TBS chili powder
1-1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. each ground cumin, garlic powder and o...

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