Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped
– 1 green bell pepper, chopped
– 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
– Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
– Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
Creating the Santa Fe Chicken Skillet is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
3. Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped red and green bell peppers and corn. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Incorporate Beans: Add the black beans to the skillet and mix well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the mixture. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
6. Finish with Lime: Remove from heat and squeeze fresh lime juice over the skillet. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
7. Serve: Enjoy immediately, either on its own or with tortillas.
With these steps, you’ll have a delicious Santa Fe Chicken Skillet ready to enjoy in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 35g