Description
Fiesta Chicken is a flavorful dish combining chicken with vibrant spices and vegetables, perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped bell peppers and onions, sauté until soft.
- Season the chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in black beans, corn, and salsa, mixing well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
- If using, sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Fiesta Chicken, Mexican Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner