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A vibrant skillet dish featuring golden-brown chicken breasts topped with melted cheddar and pepper jack cheese, colorful bell peppers, corn, black beans, and fresh cilantro, all arranged beautifully on a rustic skillet with a background of vibrant red and green spices.

Spicy Southwest Cheesy Chicken Skillet Delight

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This Spicy Southwest Cheesy Chicken Skillet combines tender chicken breasts, vibrant peppers, corn, and beans topped with melting cheese, all cooked in a single skillet for a quick and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
  3. Sear chicken in skillet until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  4. Add sliced peppers, corn, and black beans around chicken in the skillet.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheeses evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Cover and cook until cheese melts and chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • You can add diced jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Serve with warm tortillas or rice 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: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: thirty-five grams
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg