Description

This Cowboy Chicken is a flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken cutlets, zesty spices, and a mix of black beans and corn. Perfect for a quick dinner or a hearty meal, it’s simple to prepare and sure to impress family and friends!

Ingredients

Scale

4 chicken cutlets or 2 chicken breasts cut horizontally
1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon onion powder
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil divided
1 small yellow onion diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn kernels or southwest corn, drained
1 (10.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with chilies or petite diced tomatoes, drained
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice juice from 1 lime
¼ cup barbecue sauce any variety
¾ cup shredded mexican cheese blend
chopped fresh cilantro , jalapeños, and avocado for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to broil (500°F) and set the rack 6 inches below the broiler.
In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Reserve 1½ teaspoons of the seasoning for later use with the cowboy caviar.
Season both sides of the chicken with the spice mixture.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until fully cooked (165℉). Remove and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium, add the remaining olive oil to the skillet, and then add the diced onion. Cook until tender (about 4-5 minutes).
Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, reserved seasoning, and lime juice. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until heated through.
Place the chicken back into the skillet, brush with barbecue sauce, and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve topped with jalapeños, cilantro, and avocado if desired.

Notes

Feel free to use leftover roasted chicken for a quicker prep.
Adjust the amount of jalapeños based on your heat preference.
Substitute any variety of cheese as per your taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with toppings
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: N/A
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 120mg