Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet: A Juicy, Flavorful Family Favorite
A delightful and easy-to-make dish that brings together juicy chicken and rich queso in a one-skillet meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup queso cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken, chili powder, and cumin, cooking until chicken is browned.
- Add bell pepper and onion, cooking until softened.
- Stir in queso cheese until melted and mixed throughout.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with tortillas or rice for a complete meal.
- Can be topped with avocado or additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: queso, chicken, fajitas, skillet, family dinner