Southwest Chicken Pileup
Take your taste buds on a bold adventure with this Southwest Chicken Pileup, a vibrant and flavor-packed dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are seared to perfection and piled high on crunchy tortilla chips, creating a crave-worthy base for a colorful medley of charred corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion. A squeeze of fresh lime ties the flavors together, while layers of melted cheddar, creamy avocado, sour cream, and optional jalapeños bring indulgent texture and heat to every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive, combining Southwest-inspired flavors with fresh, wholesome ingredients for a truly unforgettable meal. Keywords: Southwest chicken, tortilla chips, easy dinner recipe, spicy chicken pileup, quick meal idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1 piece lime
- 4 cups tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 piece avocado (sliced)
- 1 piece jalapeno (sliced, optional)
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Then, dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In the same skillet (no need to clean it), add the corn kernels and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred. Remove from heat.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and toss to combine.
To assemble the Southwest Chicken Pileup, start by spreading a portion of tortilla chips on each plate or a large serving platter.
Top the chips with the diced chicken, followed by the vegetable mixture.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Add dollops of sour cream, slices of avocado, and jalapeno slices (if using).
Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful and satisfying dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.1 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.9 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 465 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 4463 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.6 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.4 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 179.8 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1472 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2942 mg | 63% | |
*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.
