Tex-Mex Chicken and Black Bean Skillet

Tex-Mex Chicken and Black Bean Skillet

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Tex-Mex Chicken and Black Bean Skillet is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together the vibrancy of Tex-Mex cuisine with tender chicken, black beans, and a medley of vegetables. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner. The combination of spices, peppers, and cheese creates a delightful meal that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients:
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 medium yellow onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 (15-ounce) can corn kernels, drained
– 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

2. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

3. Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and dried oregano, cooking for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.

4. Add the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Reduce the heat to medium-low and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the mixture. Cover the skillet and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Garnish the Tex-Mex Chicken and Black Bean Skillet with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

8. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Tex-Mex Chicken and Black Bean Skillet!
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