Empanapita
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Serves4 (1/2 pita each)
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Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, low sodium, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups frozen vegetable mix broccoli, corn and bell peppers mix
- 2 cups chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cooked diced
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded, low-moisture, part-skim
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
- 2 large pita bread, whole wheat halved
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Combine beans, vegetables, chicken, cheese, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Cut pitas in half and fill with vegetable mixture, dividing it evenly between pita halves.
- Place pitas on a slightly greased baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until vegetables are heated through.
- Serve warm.
Recipe Tips
Top with salsa and guacamole.
Use any leftover vegetables in place of the frozen vegetable mix.
Use any type of beans- kidney, navy, or white beans all work well.
Nutrition Facts
Empanapita
Amount Per Serving
Calories 481
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g
11%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 72mg
24%
Sodium 524mg
22%
Potassium 882mg
25%
Total Carbohydrates 61g
20%
Dietary Fiber 14g
56%
Sugars 7g
Protein 43g
86%
Vitamin A
84%
Vitamin C
6%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
19%
Iron
27%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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