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Chicken: Top It, Bake It, Eat It!

It’s a work night and approaching 8:00 PM. You could either go drive and get something to eat or scrounge around for a snacky dinner. Most likely both are not your optimal choice. One involves going in the car and driving again, and the other will leave you hungry for a ravenous midnight “snack.” This was my dilemma last night and since dinner was only for one (my sister was out for dinner), I wasn’t about to make a gourmet meal. So what to do? I have a simple, tasty recipe that provides protein to satisfy hunger and is easy to make. I usually have a bag of Trader Joe’s Chicken Tenders in the freezer so I luckily didn’t have to go to the store. A chicken topper, like Trader Joe’s Red Pepper Spread with Eggplant and Garlic, is a wonderful thing to have on hand that quickly adds flavor. It lasts a long time in the fridge and at only $1.99, it’s a real lifesaver! Recipe Preheat oven to 350°F. Defrost chicken breast and place on a lined baking sheet or an oiled …