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A vibrant skillet filled with golden-brown chicken pieces topped with melted cheese, colorful bell peppers, black beans, and corn. The dish is garnished with fresh cilantro and slices of lime, presenting a spicy, cheesy, and fresh appearance on a rustic wooden table.

Spicy Southwest Cheesy Chicken Skillet Delight

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This Spicy Southwest Cheesy Chicken Skillet combines tender chicken, colorful peppers, black beans, and corn, all topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced chicken, season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
  3. Add diced bell peppers, cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Stir in black beans and corn, cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the skillet, cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for added zest.

Notes

  • Feel free to add diced onions or jalapenos for extra flavor.
  • You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skillet (1/4 recipe)
  • Calories: 410 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg