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One Pan Sazon Skillet Chicken

One Pan Sazon Skillet Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, One Pan Sazon Skillet Chicken is bursting with flavors and vibrant veggies. This easy weeknight dinner is perfect for busy nights when you crave something cozy yet quick. With its delightful spices and wholesome ingredients, it’s a dish you won't want to miss!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini sliced and quartered
  • ¾ cup corn off the cob
  • 1 15 ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
  • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1 green onion for serving
  • 1 cilantro for serving
  • 1 Greek Yogurt for serving
  • 1 Hot Sauce for serving
  • 1 Cooked Rice for serving

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the spices for the homemade sazon seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large deep skillet or pot and place over medium high heat. Add in diced chicken then sprinkle with HALF of the sazon spices, stirring well to coat the chicken. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink. Once chicken is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and set aside. Keep heat in the pan.
  3. Add another ½ tablespoon of oil to the pan and add in the garlic, yellow onion and bell pepper. Saute for 3-5 minutes until onion is tender, then add in the zucchini, corn black beans and remaining half of the sazon spice mixture. Stir to coat, then cook for 5-10 more minutes until the zucchini gets a little fork tender, but do not overcook or it will become mushy.
  4. Next, add the chicken back in and cook for a few more minutes to bring flavors all together. Reduce heat to low and add 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese on top, then cover and allow cheese to melt; this should only take 3-5 minutes.
  5. Serve on its own or over rice. We love to garnish with green onion and cilantro. You can also serve with greek yogurt or sour cream if you’d like. Yum!

Notes

  • Tip 1: To store leftovers, add any leftover sazon skillet chicken and veggies to an airtight container and place it in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Simply reheat any leftovers in the microwave.
  • Tip 2: To make dairy free, simply omit the cheese or use your favorite dairy free cheese shreds.