Recipe formulasSouthwest Chicken Skillet
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Southwest Chicken Skillet

The formula

Chicken + bell peppers + spices

What you’ll need

  • Chicken breast
  • Onion, sliced
  • Garlic, minced
  • Bell peppers, sliced
  • Diced tomatoes (optional)
  • Black beans (optional)
  • Mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Lime juice and/or fresh cilantro (optional, for topping)
  • Spices & seasonings: oregano, cumin, cayenne (optional), salt, and pepper

How to make it

  1. Cut the chicken breast into strips and cook in a large pan until browned. Set aside.
  2. To the same pan, add the sliced onion, bell pepper and garlic. Cook until softened.
  3. Add the chicken back in along with the diced tomatoes if using, oregano, cumin, cayenne (optional), salt, and pepper.
  4. Stir in the black beans if using and heat through.
  5. Add the cheese, and let melt.
  6. Serve with sour cream and top with lime juice and/or fresh cilantro if using.

Make it your own

  • Use one color of bell pepper or a mix.
  • Serve in a bowl or over greens.
Southwest chicken skillet with bell peppers, melted cheese, sour cream, and lime.