Description
This Fiesta Chicken is a flavorful one-pan dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and seasoned rice in a delicious Tex-Mex inspired meal. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 ounce taco seasoning
- 15 ounces petite diced tomatoes, with juices
- 4 ounces diced green chilies
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups Colby Jack cheese, shredded
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Jalapenos
- Additional cilantro
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Season Chicken: In a deep skillet with a fitting lid, melt the butter over medium heat. Season the chicken cubes with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
- Sauté Chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and the bell pepper is slightly softened.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Stir in the chicken broth, taco seasoning, petite diced tomatoes with their juices, and diced green chilies. Mix well to combine.
- Return Chicken and Add Remaining Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the frozen corn, black beans, and rice. Stir to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Season and Simmer: Taste and season with additional salt and black pepper if needed. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Add Cilantro and Cheese: Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the chopped cilantro. Sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet again and let it sit for 5 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely.
- Serve with Toppings: Serve the Fiesta Chicken hot, garnished with sour cream, guacamole, jalapenos, or extra cilantro if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for a richer flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers.
- For a spicier dish, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
- You can use brown rice instead of white rice, but you may need to adjust the cooking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
