This delicious Cowboy Chicken comes together in about 30 minutes and is made all in one pot for a quick and easy weeknight meal that your family will love! Switch up the ingredients to suit your taste or use it as a ‘clean out the fridge’ meal to get rid of leftovers and odds and ends! Seriously, it’s a lifesaver on those busy days when you want something comforting yet satisfying.
Ingredient Breakdown
You’ll need a few wholesome ingredients to make this Cowboy Chicken shine. Let’s break them down!
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- Black Beans
- Black-Eyed Peas
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 Green Bell Pepper
- 1 cup Corn
- 3-4 cloves, minced Garlic
- Spices
- 1 tsp cumin : gives it that earthy, smoky goodness!
- 1 tsp chili powder : adds some warmth! I like to think of it as a little spice hug.
- A couple pinches of salt and pepper to taste.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s Get Cooking!
Preheat: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This step is crucial, you want it nice and warm before we pop in our dish.
Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Toss in the diced onions and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are translucent and the kitchen smells amazing (hello, garlic!).
Add Garlic: Now, add the minced garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful here; you don’t want the garlic to burn, just enough to fill your kitchen with that heavenly aroma!
Combine Ingredients: In a large baking dish, combine the chicken breasts with the black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, and the sautéed veggies. Mix it all up until everything is well-coated.
Season: Sprinkle the cumin, chili powder, and a couple pinches of salt and pepper over your chicken and veggies. Mix it all together so every bite is loaded with flavor.
Bake It: Cover the baking dish with foil and pop it in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temp of 165°F (that’s the sweet spot!).
Serve Hot: Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and then serve up steaming portions of this comforting goodness!
Why I Love This Recipe
This Cowboy Chicken is genuinely my go-to recipe when I need something quick and satisfying. I’m a real sucker for those one-pot meals where everything is cooked together, blending flavors beautifully. Plus, it’s seriously comforting, filling, and just downright delicious! The best part is, you can easily customize it with whatever you have hanging out in your fridge. Last time, I even tossed in some leftover spinach, and it was a hit!
If you loved this Cowboy Chicken, be sure to check out my Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef, my Creamy Pumpkin Turkey Soup, or my Parmesan-Basil Chicken Cutlets!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This recipe is a lifesaver on busy nights. It comes together in about 30 minutes, and who wouldn’t want that? You really can’t go wrong.
One-Pot Wonder
Minimal cleanup is a blessing. Everything gets tossed into one dish, so you’ll have less mess and more time to enjoy your meal with the family. Win-win!
Budget-Friendly
Using affordable, everyday ingredients means you can whip this up without breaking the bank. Plus, if you’ve got leftover beans or veggies lying around, toss them in!
Customizable
Feeling adventurous? This recipe is all about flexibility. If you don’t have black-eyed peas, substitute them. Prefer another kind of cheese on top? Do it! Have fun!
Comfort Food
This Cowboy Chicken is loaded with tons of flavor and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Seriously, my kids (who usually turn up their noses) always end up going back for seconds!
Serving and Storage Tips
How to Serve This Cowboy Chicken
I usually serve this dish with a side of rice, but if you’re trying to cut carbs, it’s also great with a simple green salad. You could even throw in some tortilla chips for a delightful crunch!
Storage
Leftovers? No problem! This Cowboy Chicken keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
Reheating Instructions
To reheat, simply pop it in the microwave or warm it up in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
Freezer Friendly
Yes! You can freeze this dish for up to 3 months. Just make sure to let it cool completely before transferring it to a freezer-safe container. To reheat, let it thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat!
So there you have it, all you ever needed to know about this Cowboy Chicken! I hope you give it a try this week. I guarantee it’ll become a staple in your home, just like it is in mine. Food really does bring us together, doesn’t it? Let’s embrace those cozy nights, hearty meals, and the joy of cooking. Happy cooking, y’all! For more Recipes Follow Us in our Pinterest.
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Quick and Easy Cowboy Chicken
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
A quick and easy weeknight dinner made in one pot, perfect for families!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté diced onions and green bell pepper for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a large baking dish, combine chicken breasts, black beans, black-eyed peas, corn, and sautéed veggies.
- Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, and salt and pepper over the mixture, then mix well.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from oven, let rest, and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe is highly customizable. Feel free to experiment with different beans and vegetables based on what you have.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
