Chicken Picante

Spice up your dinner routine with vibrant and flavorful Chicken Picante, a quick and satisfying one-skillet meal that packs a zesty punch! This recipe features juicy, tender chicken breasts seasoned with smoky paprika and seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a bold, aromatic sauce made with diced tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, and a touch of cumin and coriander. The dish is finished with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness and a squeeze of lime for tangy brightness. Ready in just 45 minutes, Chicken Picante is perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for guests. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm tortillas for an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner that highlights bold Tex-Mex flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 medium lime, sliced into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and jalapeño, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 8

Serve the Chicken Picante warm, garnished with lime wedges on the side. Enjoy with rice, tortillas, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1614.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1803.4

Total Fat 78.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 632.7mg	0%
Sodium 4053.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 226.0g	0%

Vitamin D 9.2IU	0%
Calcium 323.7mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 3240.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 51.1%

Carbs: 9.0%