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Deliciously Cheesy Mexican Chicken: A Flavor Explosion

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A flavorful Mexican-inspired dish featuring chicken, cheese, and a medley of beans and corn.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s gather our ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup of salsa (mild or spicy, depending on your preference)
  • 1 can (15 oz) of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup of corn (frozen or canned)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and season chicken with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Pour salsa over the chicken, then add black beans and corn, and top with cheddar cheese.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level of salsa to your preference.
  • Fresh cilantro can be added for garnish before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg