Description
A flavorful and quick-to-prepare Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Start by prepping your ingredients. Slice the zucchinis, onion, and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for about 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced chicken to the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Once the chicken is done, add the sliced zucchini, bell pepper, black beans, and corn to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still a bit crispy.
- If using cheese, sprinkle it over the top during the last few minutes of cooking to let it melt perfectly.
- Lastly, remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for that extra zesty kick!
Notes
Consider using ground chicken or turkey as a substitute for the chicken. Feel free to add more vegetables to enhance nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg