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Easy Weeknight Dinner Ideas

Easy Weeknight Dinner Ideas

Quick, healthy, and flavorful meal that comes together in minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • Large skillet or pot

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
    1 tbsp olive oil
  2. Add chicken cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
    1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  3. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
    1 onion
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
    2 cloves garlic
  5. Add chopped bell pepper, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
    1 red bell pepper, 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, 1 (15 oz) can black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp smoked paprika
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    to taste Salt and pepper
  7. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and flavors have melded.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if desired. Enjoy your Easy Weeknight Dinner Ideas!
    Chopped cilantro, Sour cream or Greek yogurt