Mexican Delight

Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this irresistible Mexican Delight recipe—a hearty, colorful dish perfect for taco night or an easy weeknight meal! Succulent strips of seasoned chicken are sautéed to golden perfection, then combined with tender bell peppers, onions, black beans, fresh corn, and zesty tomatoes, all infused with the warm, smoky aroma of cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Topped with a squeeze of lime, fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of tangy sour cream, this filling is served warmly wrapped in soft flour tortillas for an authentic, satisfying bite. Ready in just 50 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this culinary celebration of Mexican flavors is guaranteed to impress the whole family. Perfect keywords: Mexican-inspired recipes, easy chicken tacos, vibrant skillet meals, Tex-Mex dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 1 cup cooked black beans
• 1 cup fresh corn kernels
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 4 pieces flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season them with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper into small pieces.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion, red and green bell peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, and paprika over the vegetables. Stir well to coat the veggies with the spices.

Step 6

Add the cooked black beans, fresh corn kernels, and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing it in with the vegetables and beans. Cook for 2 more minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and freshly chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or in the microwave for a few seconds until pliable.

Step 10

Spoon a generous portion of the chicken and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Step 11

Fold each tortilla into a burrito or serve open-faced as tacos. Enjoy your delicious Mexican Delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1726 grams (1726.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2281

Total Fat 111.30g	143%
Saturated Fat 52.90g	265%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 385mg	128%
Sodium 3107mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 207.30g	75%
Dietary Fiber 39.00g	139%
Total Sugars 41.90g
Protein 139.90g	280%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1444mg	111%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 3244mg	69%

*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: 41.9%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 34.7%