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Fiesta Chicken

This Fiesta Chicken packs 49g protein and 659 calories per serving, making it a substantial single-pan dinner that hits protein targets. Quick stovetop prep feeds 4 servings, letting you batch cook once and eat strategically throughout your week.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Olive oil(10g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Yellow Onion(240g)
  • Garlic powder(15g)
  • Onion powder(10g)
  • Paprika, Ground(8g)
  • Dill, Fresh(8g)
  • Cumin, Ground(3g)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Cayenne Pepper, Ground(3g)
  • Bell Pepper
  • Bell Pepper
  • Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(425g)
  • Canned Diced Tomatoes(425g)
  • Rice, Brown, Long-Grain(360g)
  • Low Sodium Chicken Broth(240g)
  • Cheddar Cheese(180g)

Instructions

  1. 1Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, onion, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dill, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Sauté, stirring often, for 3 minutes, until the chicken begins to brown on the outside.
  2. 2Stir in the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, black beans, tomatoes, rice, and chicken stock.
  3. 3Bring to a boil, and then cover and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is done and the rice is nearly tender.
  4. 4Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed.
  5. 5Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Sprinkle with cheese and any additional desired toppings. Serve warm.

Nutrition — Per Serving

659

calories

49g

protein

23g

fat

Carbohydrates
65g
Saturated fat
9.7g
Sodium
787 mg
Dietary fiber
4.8g

4 servings per batch · ~595g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Fiesta Chicken have per serving?

Each serving contains 49g of protein and 659 calories with 23g fat and 65g carbs. This is a high-protein, high-carb composition suited for post-workout nutrition or muscle-building phases.

How long does Fiesta Chicken take to prep?

Fiesta Chicken is classified as quick prep and yields 4 servings per batch on the stovetop, allowing efficient meal preparation without extended cooking time. You can batch cook multiple servings in one session.

Is Fiesta Chicken good for muscle gain?

At 49g protein and 659 calories per serving, Fiesta Chicken aligns with muscle-gain nutrition where high daily protein intake and caloric surplus are primary goals. The 65g carbs support glycogen replenishment and training performance.

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