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Close up of Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets with visible grill marks on chicken, bright red peppers, and fresh cilantro garnish.

Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets: The Ultimate Cheesy One-Pan Dinner

Juicy seared chicken breast, black beans, sweet corn, and peppers baked in foil packets under a bubbling layer of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. A high-protein, zero-cleanup Southwestern meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast cut into strips
  • 15 oz Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Sweet Yellow Corn canned or frozen
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp Southwest Seasoning Chili powder, cumin, garlic powder

Equipment

  • 4 Heavy-Duty Aluminum Foil 12-inch sheets
  • 1 Large Skillet For searing chicken

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season chicken strips and sear in a hot skillet for 2 minutes per side until grill marks appear.
  2. Divide beans, corn, and peppers onto foil sheets. Top with seared chicken and a heavy layer of cheese.
  3. Seal foil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbling and browned.

Notes

Use heavy-duty foil to prevent tearing.
Broil for the last 2 minutes for a browned cheese crust.