Sizzling Chicken and Cheese T.G.I. Fridays Style

This healthier version of a restaurant favorite is one of our most popular copycat recipes. If you love going out but would rather make a healthier version at home, then this recipe is the one for you!

Ingredients

2 4-ounce skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons plus 2 ounces olive oil
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
1/2 cup Chihuahua reduced fat cheese, shredded
2 slices reduced fat American cheese
Homemade mashed potatoes
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon red chiles, crushed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste
1 green pepper, julienned
1 red pepper, julienned
1 yellow onion, julienned

Instructions

Combine all marinade ingredients, including 2 tablespoons garlic, parsley, 2 ounces olive oil, red chiles, salt and pepper.
Place skinless chicken breasts in marinade and refrigerate for two to four hours.
Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
Slice peppers and onions and saute in the 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Saute chicken breasts in olive oil over medium heat; cook evenly on both sides to a golden brown color.
Heat cast iron skillet on burner over medium heat until very hot.
Place mashed potatoes on top portion of skillet. Place cheeses on bottom portion of skillet and cover with pepper and onion medley.
Add chicken to top of pepper and onion medley, resting on potatoes. Top with chopped parsley. Serve "sizzling."