SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PACKETS

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For flavor as big as Texas, this recipe partners juicy chicken with black beans, corn and salsa. It tastes savory under a sprinkling of melted Mexican cheese. Dinner's a snap to make and clean up. -Tonya Vowels, Vine Grove, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup salsa
2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Place each chicken breast half on a greased double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with salsa, corn, beans and cheese. Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly., Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 880mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Cowboyjaden S
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This was a great recipe! I used it to make a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the veggies were delicious.


Shoaib Khosa
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the veggies are cooked perfectly.


William Ellis
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Delicious! I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the veggies were cooked perfectly.


Md Rakibul Islam
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they were cooked through in about 20 minutes.


Anbreen Asghar
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My family loved these chicken packets! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the veggies were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.