Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin.
- Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add sliced peppers to the skillet and sauté until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and peppers, cover, and cook until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite Mexican spices for extra flavor.
- Serve with rice or tortilla chips for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg