Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini Recipe, a one-pan meal that brings a fiesta to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This dish features tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and colorful bell peppers, seasoned with zesty taco spices and topped with melted cheese for an irresistible finish. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, you can enjoy it on its own or serve it over rice or quinoa. With its delicious blend of nutritious ingredients, this recipe is not only quick and easy but also a wholesome choice that satisfies the whole family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large zucchini
- 2 medium bell peppers
- 1 medium onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup corn
- 14 oz can low sodium black beans
- 14 oz can low sodium diced tomatoes
- Taco seasoning
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 cup shredded Tex Mex cheese
Instructions
- Preheat a large deep skillet over low-medium heat with 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Push vegetables aside and add chicken; season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, zucchini, taco seasoning, and remaining cumin; stir well. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheese on top; cover again until melted.
- Serve hot garnished with green onions and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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