Quick Chicken and Green Chile Skillet

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Quick Chicken and Green Chile Skillet—a vibrant, one-pan recipe featuring tender, spice-rubbed chicken simmered in a zesty blend of mild diced green chiles, garlic, and lime juice. This easy skillet dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy schedules. The smoky depth of paprika, cumin, and chili powder enhances the bold, Southwestern-inspired flavors, while fresh cilantro adds a pop of freshness. Serve this dish on a bed of fluffy rice or protein-packed quinoa for a satisfying and customizable meal. Packed with flavor and simplicity, this recipe offers a delicious way to channel bold tastes into your dinner lineup with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup canned diced green chiles (mild or medium)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides but not fully cooked through.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced green chiles and chicken broth. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Simmer the mixture for 8-10 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook fully and the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice and half of the chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with the remaining cilantro.

Step 9

Serve warm with cooked rice or quinoa, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(990.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	921.3

Total Fat 29.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2751.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.2g
Protein 19.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150.2mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 769.5mg	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: 29.5%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 61.9%