Ingredients
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- 1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, sliced jalapenos, lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté onions and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken, tomatoes, beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well to combine.
- Cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top and cover until melted, about 3 minutes.
- Garnish with cilantro, jalapenos, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can make this vegetarian by substituting chicken with more beans or vegetables.
- Use low-fat cheese for a lighter option.
- Best served immediately, but leftovers keep well refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Healthy, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 skillet
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg