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Vibrant and appetizing Southwest cheesy chicken skillet featuring golden-brown chicken breasts topped with melted cheese, colorful bell peppers, and fresh herbs, all arranged on a rustic wooden table with a sprinkle of cilantro for garnish.

Flavorful Southwest Cheesy Chicken Skillet Delight

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This Southwest cheesy chicken skillet combines tender chicken breasts with spicy seasonings, bell peppers, and melted cheese for a hearty and flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  4. Add sliced bell peppers to the skillet and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese over chicken and peppers, cover, and cook until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can customize the spice level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg