Chili Cheesy Skillet Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this bold and flavorful Chili Cheesy Skillet Chicken! Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then nestled into a zesty tomato and green chili sauce. Topped with a generous layer of melted sharp cheddar cheese, this one-pan marvel is bursting with smoky spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with zesty lime wedges, this dish is as vibrant as it is satisfying. Ready in just 40 minutes, it pairs beautifully with warm tortillas, rice, or a crisp side salad, making it the ultimate comfort food with a Tex-Mex twist. Perfect for busy nights, this easy skillet recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili powder.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet.
3. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
4. In the same skillet, add the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained). Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes to heat through and combine the flavors.
5. Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the chili-tomato mixture.
6. Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken breasts. Cover the skillet with a lid and let cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
8. Enjoy your Chili Cheesy Skillet Chicken with rice, tortillas, or a side salad for a complete meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.0 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.7 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 773 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 4801 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 262.9 g | 526% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1404 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2602 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
