Description
Santa Fe Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of New Mexico to your table. Tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty mix of spices are sautéed with colorful bell peppers and topped with melted cheddar cheese, creating a deliciously satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Serve it over rice or alongside tortillas for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers (assorted colors, sliced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and garlic. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Cook chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the fridge. Add to the skillet and cook until browned (6-7 minutes per side).
- Add sauce ingredients: Pour in chicken broth; simmer for about 10 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Add cheese: Top with shredded cheddar cheese during the last few minutes of cooking; cover until melted.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with cilantro if desired. Serve warm over rice or with tortillas.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg