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30-Minute Santa Fe Chicken Skillet

Savor the Fiesta with 30-Minute Santa Fe Chicken Skillet

A vibrant, easy-to-make dish featuring juicy chicken, black beans, and corn, perfect for busy weeknights with the family.
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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
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts cut into cutlets for quicker cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for more intense taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust according to spice preference
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1 can Ro-tel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies no substitutions needed
For the Goodness
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn or frozen corn
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika no substitutions necessary
  • 1 cup Mexican Cheese Blend use according to taste
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional but recommended

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare an oven-safe skillet.
  2. Slice chicken into uniform cutlets and season with garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sauté the chicken in olive oil for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté chopped onion for around 5 minutes until translucent.
  5. Mix in the Ro-tel diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn, and heat for about 2 minutes.
  6. Combine sautéed chicken with vegetables and sprinkle with Mexican cheese blend.
  7. Bake for 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbly and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For best results, cut chicken into ¾ inch cutlets, season generously, and monitor cooking time to retain juiciness. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor significantly.

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