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Flavorful Quick & Easy Southwest Chicken Skillet
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Irresistibly Flavorful Quick & Easy Southwest Chicken Skillet

This Flavorful Quick & Easy Southwest Chicken Skillet combines tender chicken and colorful veggies for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwest
Keyword: chicken, easy, One Pan, quick, skillet, southwest
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality for better flavor

For the Veggies

  • 2 cups Fresh Bell Peppers Red, green, or yellow
  • 1 medium Onion Sweet onions are ideal
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced

For the Flavor

  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended

For the Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro Optional, for garnish

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Prep Ingredients: Gather your fresh ingredients. Chop the bell peppers, onion, and garlic into bite-sized pieces.
  • Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in your skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Add Onions and Garlic: Toss in chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
  • Incorporate Peppers and Spices: Stir in bell peppers, cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in Chicken Broth: Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Finish with Cilantro: Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top before serving. Enjoy hot!

Notes

Feel free to customize with black beans or corn for added variety.Also great served with warm tortillas or over rice.