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Spicy One Pot Chicken and Summer Vegetables

January 22, 2019 By betsy 2 Comments

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 Spicy One Pot Chicken and Summer Vegetables is the absolute easiest dinner you can make this week. Chicken, vegetables, cheese, a can opener and a big skillet is all you need. Throw it together and turn on the heat! When life gets busy, this recipe will be your saving grace. 

Overhead photo of a large skillet sitting on a yellow towel. Skillet contains spicy one pot chicken and summer vegetable casserole topped with melted cheese and fresh herbs

All I want to do these days is be outside. The days are long, and the sun (and shade) beckon me constantly. I’ve been walking everywhere, hitting as many patios as possible, dining outside, and thoroughly enjoying the free time I have left before life gets hectic in July.

As much as I love to cook, my kitchen time lately has been minimal.

Open can of corn and diced tomatoes on a counter next to a green spatula. Sliced zucchini and a spice bottle out of focus in the background

Beyond just wanting to be outdoors, I think mixing things up a bit is really great for my creativity. Being confined to one area, and doing the same thing day after day can get a bit static. Some of my best ideas come to me when I’m out walking Olive and not even thinking about work or this blog.

To maximize my outdoor time, and allow more time for other inspirational activities, I’ve been relying on pre-made frozen, no cook, or one pot meals like this one pot spicy chicken and summer vegetables.

Spicy one pot chicken with summer vegetables

Throw a bunch of stuff in a pot. You’re done.

It’s just that easy. I’m stoked to be able to incorporate some of the veggies I’ve been growing in my garden so far, but if you don’t have a garden, then just use canned or frozen vegetables. Whatever it takes to get you outside quicker to enjoy every moment of summer.

Close up of a wooden spoon filled with corn, chicken and zucchini in front of a large skillet filled with the same mixture

If you give this recipe a try, I’d love to see it! Tag me @betsylife on Facebook or Instagram and I’ll share your creations!

More great one pot meals

  • One pot vegetable pasta primavera
  • Skillet lasagna
  • Homemade healthier hamburger helper
Overhead photo of a large skillet sitting on a yellow towel. Skillet contains spicy one pot chicken and summer vegetable casserole topped with melted cheese and fresh herbs
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Spicy One Pot Chicken and Summer Vegetables

One Pot Spicy Chicken and Summer Vegetables

Course Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 269 kcal
Author Betsy Life

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 14 oz can of corn drained or 1 cup fresh corn
  • 14 oz can diced tomatoes or 2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
  • 1 large zucchini diced
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl combine cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, sprinkle 1/2 spice mixture over chicken. Add chicken to the pan and cook until browned, about 7 minutes.
  4. Add corn, tomatoes, zucchini and remaining seasoning to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 5 minutes until zucchini is tender.
  5. Top with shredded cheese, green onions and cilantro. Serve
Nutrition Facts
Spicy One Pot Chicken and Summer Vegetables
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 269 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Sodium 333mg14%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 25g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

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Comments

  1. Lynn @ Oh-SoYummy says

    June 25, 2015 at 12:31 am

    wow! i wish i had seen this yesterday! i managed to make a blah mess with chicken, zucchini and squash instead. at least i can pin this for later!

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