Description
Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets are a delicious and effortless meal option that brings together tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, sweet corn, and zesty spices. Wrapped in foil and baked to perfection, these flavorful packets not only offer minimal cleanup but also evoke the joy of summer barbecues with every bite. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup canned or frozen corn
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- Juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts with olive oil and taco seasoning; mix well to coat.
- Add diced bell peppers, corn, and black beans to the bowl; toss to combine.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture for added flavor.
- Lay out aluminum foil sheets (about 12 inches long). Spoon equal portions of the chicken and veggie mixture onto each sheet.
- Fold the sides of the foil over the mixture to create sealed packets.
- Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Feel free to substitute ingredients based on what you have available; adding cheese during the last few minutes of cooking is a great variation. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.