Santa Fe Chicken Oamc

Bring bold Southwestern flavors to your table with Santa Fe Chicken OAMC (Once-A-Month Cooking) – a vibrant, meal-prep-friendly dish perfect for busy weeknights. This hearty recipe features tender, oven-baked chicken breasts smothered in a zesty mix of black beans, sweet corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and aromatic vegetables like bell peppers and onions. Seasoned with smoky cumin and chili powder, it delivers a delicious balance of spice and comfort. Ideal for serving over fluffy rice and topped with melty cheddar cheese or fresh cilantro, this dish is as versatile as it is flavorful. Plus, it's OAMC-ready, allowing you to freeze portions for a convenient, homemade meal anytime. Make dinner hassle-free without sacrificing taste with this crowd-pleasing recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 15 oz Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1.5 cups Corn kernels, frozen or canned (drained)
• 10 oz Diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional for serving)
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
• 2 cups Cooked rice (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish in a single layer.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced green bell pepper, diced onion, and minced garlic. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth over the mixture and add the cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to distribute the seasonings.

Step 6

Spread the bean and vegetable mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 8

Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken breasts are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 9

Remove the aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of cooking to allow the top to brown slightly.

Step 10

Once done, allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Optional: Top with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot as-is or over cooked rice for a more filling meal.

Step 13

For freezing as part of OAMC, allow the dish to cool completely, then divide into portions and store in airtight, freezer-safe containers. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm in the oven or microwave.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2745.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2920.5

Total Fat 68.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 711.6mg	0%
Sodium 5453.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 298.7g	0%

Vitamin D 31.0IU	0%
Calcium 1230.4mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 4985.8mg	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: 21.3%

Protein: 41.0%

Carbs: 37.7%