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Cozy Santa Fe Chicken


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A colorful medley of tender chicken, hearty black beans, and zesty Ro-tel tomatoes, topped with melted Tex-Mex cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights!


Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced Ro-tel tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 2 teaspoons southwest spices
  • 1 cup Tex-Mex cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and southwest spices, ensuring every inch is flavorful!
  3. Cook the chicken in the skillet until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  4. Add black beans, Ro-tel tomatoes, and corn to the skillet, stirring well to combine.
  5. Simmer for a few minutes to heat everything through and allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. Top with Tex-Mex cheese and allow it to melt into a gooey blanket of deliciousness.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite warm tortillas or over a fluffy bed of rice.

Notes

Feel free to customize with lime juice, avocado, or spicy toppings.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg