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    Home » Recipes » Gluten Free

    Southwestern Chicken Skillet

    Published: Dec 19, 2014 · Modified: Mar 29, 2025 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Southwestern Chicken Skillet is a one pot dish that is easy enough for a busy weeknight dinner and delicious enough for a special occasion!

    Southwestern Chicken Skillet in a steel pot.Pin

    I was compensated by Minute® Rice to create this recipe. However, like always, the opinions are entirely my own. Promise 🙂

    This southwestern chicken is one of those easy recipes that will definitely be in your regular rotation. The possibilities are endless and this southwestern chicken recipe is so customizable.

    If you are looking for more chicken recipes, you will love this Cheesy Pesto Stuffed Chicken, Chicken Stir Fry, Chicken and Mozzarella Stuffed Eggplant and definitely these Instant Pot Chicken Tacos!

    These would be extra delicious with some Apple Chai Latte, Eggnog Latte, Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate or even some Spiked Apple Cider!

    lso, my cookbooks are both on sale now and would make a great gift! The Everything Wheat Free Diet Cookbook and The Greek Yogurt Cookbook are both the lowest prices I have seen!

    Why You Should Make This Southwestern Chicken

    Who else is struggling with getting a healthy dinner on the table this time of year?  During the holidays there aren't enough hours in the day.  

    On top of that, I feel more exhausted than ever!  I love easy, healthy, one pot meals that will be ready in no time at all.  

    In fact, you can easily use leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken for this dish!  I make a bunch of baked or grilled chicken on my meal prep day so I will always have some in my refrigerator.

    This Southwestern Chicken will be ready in less than 20 minutes. It really doesn't get much easier than that.

    This is high in protein and loaded with fiber. It's nutritionally balanced and my family loves it- what more can you ask for?

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    Recipe Tips

    As I mentioned above, you can easily use rotisserie chicken in this dish. I've even used leftover turkey (think of the holidays!) and even leftover ground beef.

    I am always trying to think outside the box and repurpose leftovers.

    I love this Minute® Rice Multi-Grain Medley. It's a blend of whole grains like brown rice, Thai red rice, wild rice and quinoa.  

    They come in portion-controlled bags (another huge bonus) and they are gluten-free.  I love the way this sounds.  And it only takes 10 minutes to cook.

    The textures of the different grains come together perfectly and it's so versatile.  I can think of at least 10 different dishes I could use it in.  

    Brown rice, white rice or even a pilaf would me so tasty in this dish as well. Use what you have in the house already to make life easier.

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    See how this comes together so beautifully?

    Southwestern Chicken in a pan with some of the recipe on a wood spoon with the rice behind it.Pin

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    This Southwestern Chicken Skillet is easy enough for a busy weeknight meal and delicious enough to please everyone! #minuteholiday #adPin

    Southwestern Chicken Skillet

    This Southwestern Chicken Skillet is was enough for a busy weeknight and delicious enough to have everyone asking for a second helping!
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    Course: chicken, dinner, Main Course, main dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 237kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 2 bags Minute® Multi-Grain Medley
    • 1¾ cups water
    • 1 pound cooked chicken
    • ⅓ chopped onion
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 15.5 ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
    • 1 ½ cup chopped grape tomatoes
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • ½ lime
    • chopped cilantro chopped scallions, chopped avocado for topping

    Instructions

    • Place Minute® Multi-Grain Medley and water in a large skillet or saucepan.
    • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer on low for 10 minutes or until water is absorbed.
    • After the water is absorbed, add chicken, onion, garlic, beans and tomatoes. Stir well.
    • Add salt, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Remove from heat and mix well.
    • Add cheese and squeeze half lime on top of mixture and mix again.
    • Top with chopped cilantro, chopped scallions and chopped avocado if desired. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    To store: Place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 606mg | Potassium: 433mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 318IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 3mg
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    1. Beth

      June 25, 2021 at 1:10 pm

      5 stars
      My family and I love this recipe. Such a great and tasty skillet recipe! I can’t wait to make this recipe again! What a big hit and perfect for an easy dinner night!

      Reply
    2. April

      June 25, 2021 at 11:57 am

      5 stars
      This is my kind of meal! Easy to make and tons of flavor!

      Reply
    3. Toni

      June 25, 2021 at 9:24 am

      5 stars
      This is so good and flavorful! I loved how easy it is to make!!

      Reply
    4. Donna|greenykitchen.com

      January 27, 2018 at 1:26 am

      5 stars
      Hi, Lauren
      I really enjoy your recipe. It was great. Thoes tomatoes and black beans add so much flavor to it. Thanks for your great recipe.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        January 27, 2018 at 10:45 am

        So glad too hear that! Thank you for stopping by!

        Reply
    5. Anna

      December 23, 2016 at 7:45 pm

      great recipe and pics. thanks,Anna

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      • lauren.kelly

        December 24, 2016 at 12:58 pm

        Thank you Anna!

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