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Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini

Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini

This dish combines chicken and zucchini with vibrant vegetables and spices for a flavorful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Tex-Mex
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables

  • 1 lb boneless & skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1″ pieces
  • 2 large zucchini, diced
  • 2 medium bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 1 tablespoon oil, for frying

For the Beans and Spices

  • 14 oz can low sodium black beans, drained & rinsed
  • 14 oz can low sodium diced tomatoes, not drained
  • 1 teaspoon store bought or homemade taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon cumin, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Ground black pepper, to taste

For the Toppings

  • 1 cup Tex Mex or Colby Jack cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned.
  • Add zucchini, bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top and let it melt before serving. Garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Notes

This dish can be served with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
Keyword chicken recipes, Tex Mex, Tex Mex Chicken, Zucchini