Description
This Santa Fe Chicken Skillet is a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s bursting with Southwestern flavors. Tender chicken, black beans, corn, and a zesty tomato mixture are topped with melted cheese and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 (10-ounce) can Ro-Tel diced tomatoes & green chilies, drained
- 1 (14-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (12-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make thinner cutlets. Season with garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook Chicken and Sauté Onion: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until lightly golden. Remove chicken and set aside. Add onion to the skillet and sauté until softened and lightly browned.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in Ro-Tel, black beans, corn, and smoked paprika. Cook until heated through, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Assemble and Bake: Return chicken to the skillet and top with the tomato-bean mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted. Broil for a few minutes to brown the cheese, if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro, if using, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Oven-Safe Skillet: If your skillet isn’t oven-proof, transfer the contents to a baking dish or continue cooking on the stovetop with a lid.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with rice, tortillas, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
