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Colorful southwest chicken skillet plated in a rustic black skillet with melted cheese, vibrant red and green bell peppers, diced tomatoes, and seasoned chicken strips, garnished with chopped cilantro on a wooden table.

Spicy Savory Southwest Chicken Skillet Delight

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A quick and delicious southwest chicken skillet with melted cheese, seasoned chicken, colorful peppers, and fresh cilantro, perfect for a weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken slices and season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add sliced peppers and diced tomatoes. Cook until peppers are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover and cook until cheese melts.
  5. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add sliced jalapenos for extra spice.
  • This dish pairs well with rice or tortilla chips.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg