Mexican Style Skillet Chicken and Zucchini

Mexican Style Skillet Chicken and Zucchini

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Servings: 6

An easy skillet taco seasoned chicken and vegetable meal topped with plenty of melted cheese!

ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 2 zucchini, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 bell peppers (any colour), diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (link) (or one package)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (or 2 cups salsa)
  • 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup cheese (such as cheddar, monterey jack, etc), shredded
  • 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro, chopped (optional)
directions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken and cook, about 8-10 minutes, before setting aside.
  2. Add the zucchini and cook until just tender, about 7-8 minutes, before setting aside.
  3. Add the onion and bell peppers and cook until just tender, about 5-6 minutes.
  4. Add the garlic and taco seasoning, mix, and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
  5. Add the chicken, zucchini, beans, and tomatoes, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix in the corn.
  7. Sprinkle on the cheese, cover and let it melt.
  8. Top with the green onions and cilantro and enjoy!

Option: Serve topped with your favourite taco style topping such as sour cream, guacamole, cheese, etc.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 309, Fat 15g (Saturated 5g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 76mg, Sodium 574mg, Carbs 28g (Fiber 9g, Sugars 8g), Protein 29g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
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