Picante Chicken

Bring bold, zesty flavors to your dinner table with this irresistible Picante Chicken recipe—comfort food with a spicy twist! Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a vibrant picante sauce infused with onions, bell peppers, garlic, and a hint of lime. Balanced with a touch of cumin and chili powder, this one-pan dish is a flavorful fiesta in every bite. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served over fluffy cooked rice, it’s a satisfying meal that’s easy enough for weeknights yet impressive for entertaining. Ready in just 45 minutes, this delicious recipe packs spice, warmth, and heartiness into every serving. Perfect for lovers of bold chicken recipes, Mexican-inspired meals, or simple skillet dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium sweet onion, diced
• 2 medium bell peppers, diced (any colors)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 16 ounces jarred picante sauce
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 4 cups cooked rice

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the picante sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the skillet and stir the chopped cilantro and lime juice into the sauce.

Step 8

Serve the chicken over cooked rice, generously spooning the sauce and vegetables over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2643.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2705.1

Total Fat 57.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 4916.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 279.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 245.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 305.7mg	0%
Iron 22.0mg	0%
Potassium 3640.7mg	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: 19.8%

Protein: 37.5%

Carbs: 42.7%