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Fiesta Chicken
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
20
minutes
minutes
Total Time
30
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
550
A flavorful and hearty one-pan dish combining tender chicken, colorful peppers, beans, and rice, topped with melted cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main
2
teaspoons
extra-virgin olive oil
1
pound
boneless skinless chicken thighs
((or chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces))
2
cloves
garlic
((minced))
1
cup
yellow onion
((diced))
1
tablespoon
smoked paprika
2
teaspoons
onion powder
1
teaspoon
kosher salt
½
teaspoon
pepper
1
medium
red bell pepper
((cored and chopped))
1
medium
green bell pepper
((cored and chopped))
15
ounces
black beans
((rinsed and drained))
15
ounces
whole kernel corn
((drained))
1
cup
diced tomatoes
1½
cups
white rice
3
cups
low-sodium chicken broth
¾
cup
Mexican blend cheese
Optional toppings
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until browned (~3 min).
Add garlic, onion, spices, and salt; sauté until fragrant (~2 min).
Stir in peppers, beans, corn, tomatoes, rice, and broth; bring to boil, then simmer 15-20 min.
Check doneness; top with cheese, cover, and let melt (~5 min).
Serve warm with optional toppings and lime.
Notes
Adjust seasonings to taste and serve with fresh cilantro or lime for extra flavor.
Calories:
550
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Keyword:
Chicken