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Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets: The Ultimate 30-Minute Smoky Tex-Mex Dinner

Juicy seared chicken breast slices, black beans, sweet corn, and red peppers wrapped in foil and topped with melted cheddar and sour cream. A 30-minute, low-mess Southwest dinner perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Southwest
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts 680g, sliced into strips
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder 15g
  • 1 tsp Cumin 5g
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder 5g
  • 1 can Black Beans 15oz/425g, rinsed and drained
  • 1.5 cups Corn Kernels 250g, cooked golden yellow corn
  • 2 large Red Bell Peppers 300g, diced
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese 170g, orange and white blend
  • 4 dollops Sour Cream Thick white sour cream
  • 0.25 cup Green Onions Thinly sliced rings
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro Finely chopped flakes

Equipment

  • 1 Heavy-Duty Aluminum Foil Used to create the cooking packets.
  • 1 Dark metal baking sheet Provides even heat distribution for the packets.
  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet Used for the initial sear on the chicken breast slices.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season chicken strips with half the spices. Sear in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, and red bell peppers with the remaining spices.
  3. Place vegetable mixture on 4 foil squares. Top with seared chicken and shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Fold foil to create tight packets. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes.
  5. Open packets carefully. Top each with a dollop of sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalProtein: 38gFat: 18gFiber: 7g

Notes

Always use heavy-duty foil to prevent tearing.
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Keyword Foil Pack Meals,Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets,Southwest Chicken

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