Ingredients
Gathering ingredients is like prepping for a colorful painting, each element contributing its unique hue and texture. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
If you’re missing an ingredient or two, worry not! Substitute ground turkey for chicken or use kidney beans instead of black beans. The kitchen is your playground, after all.
Instructions
Let’s dive into the step-by-step process of creating this delicious dish. Remember, cooking is a journey, one delicious step at a time.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced bell peppers and chopped onion. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili powder to the skillet. Stir for another minute until fragrant. This step always reminds me of my abuela’s kitchen, where the aroma of spices filled the air.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, along with the corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded beautifully.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Before serving, sprinkle with fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the top for a bright finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International