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Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet

Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet in 35 Minutes

This Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet offers a flavorful and quick dinner option combining tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and gooey cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with turkey or firm tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil for higher temperatures.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Using smoked paprika may enhance flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 1 each Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 each Yellow Bell Pepper
  • 1 each Green Bell Pepper Zucchini can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Corn (Fresh or Frozen) Can substitute with black beans.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Canned tomatoes are a good alternative.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack is a milder substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional; omit if desired.

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Incorporate sliced bell peppers and sauté for 5 minutes until they soften.
  5. Stir in corn and diced tomatoes, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through.
  6. Reduce heat to low and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture. Cover and cook until the cheese melts.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving if desired.
  8. Serve warm, optionally with sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, prep veggies in advance and avoid overcrowding the pan while cooking chicken for optimal browning.

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