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Cooked Monterey Chicken Skillet in a skillet topped with melted cheese, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley

Monterey Chicken Skillet

Juicy chicken breasts in a rich tomato sauce, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese and fresh garnishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 medium breasts)
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or neutral oil
  • ½ cup red wine or chicken broth for deglazing
  • 1 cup tomato puree smooth, no chunks
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded, for topping
Toppings (optional):
  • sliced green onions
  • diced avocado
  • chopped cherry tomatoes
  • chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
BBQ spice rub:
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method
 

  1. Whisk together all BBQ spice rub ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Rub the spice blend evenly over all sides of the chicken breasts.
  3. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken and cook 4–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. Pour in red wine or chicken broth and simmer, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen browned bits.
  6. Stir in tomato puree and whisk to combine into a smooth sauce.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Sprinkle with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  8. Reduce heat to low and simmer until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling.
  9. Remove from heat, add optional toppings, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 40gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This skillet dish is quick, cheesy, and full of bold flavors from the BBQ spice rub. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or an easy family meal!

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