Southwest Chicken Skillet
Southwest Chicken Skillet delivers 64g protein and 793 calories per serving across 4 servings—a high-protein single-pan lunch or dinner. Quick stovetop prep minimizes cleanup while covering over 30% of daily protein needs per meal. Built for lifters targeting 180g+ daily protein through concentrated whole-food portions.
Ingredients
- •White Rice(240g)
- •Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought(240g)
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(480g)
- •Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(425g)
- •Chili powder(15g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(420g)
- •Cheddar Cheese(240g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
Instructions
- 1In a large skillet, combine the rice, salsa, chicken, black beans (drained), chili powder, and chicken broth. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- 2Place a tight fitting lid on the skillet, turn the heat on to high, and let the skillet come to a full boil. As soon as the skillet comes to a boil, turn the heat down to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes. Make sure it is simmering the entire time, turning the heat up slightly if needed (you should be able to hear it simmer quietly).
- 3After 15 minutes, turn off the heat, and let it rest with the lid in place for 5 more minutes. Finally, remove the lid, and fluff the mixture with a fork. All of the liquid should be absorbed and the rice should be tender. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over top, replace the lid, and let it sit for a few minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Meanwhile, slice the green onions. Sprinkle the green onions over the melted cheese and serve hot.
Nutrition — Per Serving
793
calories
64g
protein
26g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 75g
- Saturated fat
- 12.7g
- Sodium
- 1002 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.2g
4 servings per batch · ~515g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Southwest Chicken Skillet have per serving?
Each serving delivers 64g of protein and 793 calories with 26g fat and 75g carbs. This is one of the highest-protein recipes in the PrepForge library on a per-serving basis.
How long does Southwest Chicken Skillet take to make?
The recipe qualifies as quick prep and batch-makes 4 servings in a single stovetop session. You can prepare an entire day's worth of high-protein lunches in one cooking block.
Is Southwest Chicken Skillet good for muscle gain?
At 64g protein per serving, this skillet is purpose-built for muscle gain phases where daily protein targets are 180g+. The 75g carbs per serving support workout performance and recovery simultaneously.
