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Southwest Jalapeño Chicken Skillet
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Southwest Jalapeño Chicken Skillet

30 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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Ingredients

4 people
  • chicken breast (cut into chunks)Meat4 pieces
  • oilPantry30 ml
  • chili powderSpices5 g
  • dried oreganoSpices1 g
  • kosher saltSpices4 g
  • ground cuminSpices1 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices1 g
  • onion powderSpices1 g
  • ancho chile powderSpices500 mg
  • frozen corn kernelsProduce450 g
  • jalapeño (diced)Produce2 pieces
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • red bell pepper (diced)Produce1 piece
  • lime juiceProduce45 ml
  • shredded cheese (divided)Dairy225 g
  • cilantro (diced)Produce2 g
  • bacon (cooked and crumbled, optional)Meat60 g

per serving

Nutrition

426kcal

Carbs
26 g
Proteins
36 g
Fat
20 g
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Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Season the chicken

    • Mix the chili powder, oregano, kosher salt, ground cumin, black pepper, onion powder and ancho chile powder in a bowl.
    • Add the chicken chunks and toss to coat evenly.
    Step 1
  2. Fry the chicken

    • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, then remove from the pan.
    Step 2
  3. Cook the vegetables

    • Add the corn, jalapeño, garlic and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
    • Stir in the lime juice and cilantro, then return the chicken to the pan and mix well.
    Step 3
  4. Melt the cheese

    • Sprinkle the cheese over the top, cover the pan and cook until melted.
    • Scatter the optional bacon crumbles over the top and serve.
    Step 4