Mexican Chicken and Grits Pie

Ingredients

Chicken

• 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons evaporated skim milk
• 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• Salt and cayenne pepper to taste
• No-stick cooking spray

Grits

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup golden or white grits
• 1/4 cup evaporated skim milk
• 1/2 cup egg substitute
• 3 ounces shredded Gouda or other cheese

Instructions

1. Chicken: In large, nonstick skillet sprayed with no stick cooking spray cook chicken over medium-high heat until well-browned and firm. Drain excess fat.
2. Add onion to skillet and sauté until lightly browned and tender. Reduce heat to low, stir in flour and then gradually whisk in evaporated milk and sour cream. Bring to a simmer, remove from heat and stir in corn, diced tomatoes and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and cayenne pepper.
3. Spoon into a 2-quart baking dish and smooth the top.
4. Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
5. Pour grits over the chicken. Bake for 30 minutes, until the grits have set and the filling begins to bubble.
6. Grits: In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick, about 3 to 4 minutes.
7. Let cool somewhat before stirring in milk, egg and cheese.

Notes

Recipe and photo used with permission from: National Chicken Council