Smothered fiesta chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the Southwest to your dinner table. Tender chicken breast is seasoned and cooked to perfection, then smothered in a zesty mixture of bell pepper, onion, black beans, corn and melted cheese. This dish is both hearty and colorful, making it a great option for family dinner or a festive gathering. Serve it with rice, tortillas or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients:
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? 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
? Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
? 1 teaspoon chili powder
? 1 teaspoon ground cumin
? 1/2 teaspoon paprika
? 2 tablespoons olive oil
? 1 large onion, sliced
? 1 red bell pepper, sliced
? 1 green bell pepper, sliced
? 2 cloves garlic, minced
? 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
? 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
? 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel)
? 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
? Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
? Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced jalape?os, avocado, lime wedges
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Instructions:
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1. Season the Chicken:
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? Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
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2. Cook the Chicken:
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? In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken
is browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165¡ãF or 74¡ãC). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
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3. Saut¨¦ the Vegetables:
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? In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell peppers. Saut¨¦ for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook
for another 1 minute until fragrant.
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4. Add the Beans, Corn, and Tomatoes:
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? Stir in the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for 3-4 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined. Season
with additional salt and pepper if needed.
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5. Smother the Chicken:
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? Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the vegetable mixture. Spoon some of the mixture over the top of each chicken breast.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
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6. Melt the Cheese:
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? Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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7. Garnish and Serve:
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? Garnish the Fiesta Smothered Chicken with chopped fresh cilantro and any additional toppings you like, such as sour cream, sliced jalape?os, avocado,
or lime wedges.
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Serve this colorful and flavorful smothered fiesta chicken with rice, tortillas or a fresh salad for a festive and satisfying meal!
