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30-Minute Santa Fe Chicken Skillet

30-Minute Santa Fe Chicken Skillet: Quick Flavor Fiesta

This 30-Minute Santa Fe Chicken Skillet combines chicken, black beans, and corn for a quick, healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts cut into cutlets
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 1 can Ro-tel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn can use frozen corn
For the Finish
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 cup Mexican Cheese Blend optional for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and slice the chicken breasts into thin cutlets. Season with garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Remove the chicken, add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add the Ro-tel tomatoes, black beans, and corn with smoked paprika. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes until heated through.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover with the vegetable mixture, and sprinkle cheese on top.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve directly from the skillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adapt the spice levels to your family’s preference and enjoy a quick, healthy meal with minimal cleanup.

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