Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Santa Fe Chicken Skillet, a delightful one-pan meal brimming with tender chicken, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and zesty Ro-tel tomatoes. This quick, 30-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, delivering restaurant-quality taste from the comfort of your kitchen. Each bite offers a rich combination of southwest spices and melty cheese that will satisfy your cravings while keeping cleanup to a minimum. Plus, it allows for personalization—add your favorite veggies or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Enjoy this comforting dish served over rice or wrapped in warm tortillas for an exciting dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 (10 ounce) can Ro-tel diced tomatoes & green chilies (drained)
- 1 (14 ounce) can black beans (drained & rinsed)
- 1 (12 ounce) can corn (drained)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend
- Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise; season with garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sear chicken on both sides until golden (3-4 minutes each).
- Sauté chopped onion in the same skillet until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add Ro-tel tomatoes, black beans, corn, and smoked paprika; heat through.
- Return chicken to skillet, top with tomato-bean mixture and cheese.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F) and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg