sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste, about 1/4 teaspoon each
Chicken Skillet Ingredients:
4chicken breasts, about 1-1/2lbs, cut in half lengthwise if very thick
1Tbspolive or avocado oil
1small onion, chopped
114 oz can black beans, drained & rinsed
2cupsfrozen organic corn, rinsed
110 oz can diced tomatoes with juice
110 oz can green chilies with juice
juice and zest of 1 organic lime
2tspssmoked paprika
1cupshredded Cheddar Jack cheese blend
fresh cilantro, chopped to garnish
lime wedges, to serve
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Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees f.
In a small container, whisk seasonings together to create a dry rub.
Rub the chicken breasts really well with your dry seasonings mix on all sides.
Heat oil in a large, oven safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden-brown. Set aside and cover to keep warm.
In that same skillet add the onions, and sauté until they soften, about 4 minutes.
Stir in the beans, corn, diced tomatoes with juice, chilies, lime juice, zest, and smoked paprika. Reduce the heat and simmer the sauce for a couple of minutes. Season with a pinch of sea salt and pepper, then return the chicken back to the pan and nestle into the sauce.
Sprinkle with shredded cheese and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until bubbly and chicken is fully cooked through.
Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Serve with cauliflower rice or cooked brown rice if desired.