Zesty Skillet Chicken with Sautéed Vegetables and Cheese

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 large zucchini, sliced
- 1 large yellow squash, sliced
- 1 medium onion (red, yellow, or white), thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Tillamook Spicy Mexican Cheese Blend
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, and oregano.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture, ensuring both sides are covered.

2. Sauté the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the sliced zucchini, yellow squash, and onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the minced garlic, sautéing for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Combine Ingredients:
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Add the pinto beans and chicken broth.
- Sprinkle the cheese blend evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
- Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow the cheese to melt, about 3-4 minutes.

5. Finish and Serve:
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Top with chopped tomatoes, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for added zest.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

sauteed chicken, skillet meal, spicy cheese blend, zesty chicken dinner, Mexican-inspired dish, chicken and vegetables, quick dinner, healthy dinner, flavorful chicken, sautéed veggies

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

1,800 calories (total for entire dish)

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