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Monterey Chicken Skillet

Course: Uncategorized
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. boneless and skinless chicken breast
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup red wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1/2 cup Monterey jack cheese shredded

Topping ideas:

  • sliced green onions
  • diced avocado
  • cherry tomatoes chopped
  • fresh parsley or cilantro leaves chopped

BBQ spice rub:

  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander seed
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together all BBQ spice rub seasonings.
  • Place your chicken on a clean board and rub it really well on all sides with the BBQ blend.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium high heat.
  • Add your BBQ rubbed chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-6 minutes each side depending on thickness.
  • Set chicken aside on a plate.
  • Pour in the wine or broth and simmer until reduced, scrapping the brown bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spatula.
  • Next, stir in your tomato puree and whisk to combine into the sauce.
  • Reduce heat and bring sauce to a simmer; return your chicken back to the pan.
  • Spoon sauce all over your chicken.
  • Sprinkle with shredded Monterey jack cheese.
  • Continue to cook on low heat, until cheese is melty and sauce is bubbly.
  • Remove from heat and add your toppings of choice.
  • Serve while hot and enjoy!