Best 9 Sante Fe Chicken Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant city of Santa Fe, New Mexico, where flavors dance on your palate like the colors of a desert sunset. Santa Fe Chicken, a beloved dish, embodies the essence of this enchanting city, capturing its unique blend of cultures and culinary traditions. This tantalizing dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a symphony of spices, including chili powder, cumin, garlic, and paprika, then grilled or roasted to perfection. The result is a delectable explosion of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Santa Fe.

Accompanying the chicken is a delightful array of recipes that celebrate the diverse culinary heritage of the region. Indulge in the creamy and tangy Santa Fe Sauce, a versatile condiment that adds a burst of flavor to any dish. Explore the enticing Santa Fe Rice, a flavorful fusion of rice, corn, and black beans, infused with the delectable flavors of the region. And for a refreshing accompaniment, try the vibrant Santa Fe Pico de Gallo, a salsa brimming with fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapenos, offering a zesty kick that complements the richness of the chicken.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY SANTA FE CHICKEN



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"My day is busy from start to finish," remarks Debra Cook of Pampa, Texas. "So this quick and meaty main dish is one of my menu mainstays. With its lovely golden color, it's pretty enough to serve to company or as a special Sunday dinner idea."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add broth and salsa; bring to a boil. Stir in rice and garlic powder. Place chicken over rice; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Turn chicken; cook 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 744mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SANTA FE CHICKEN SKILLET



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Cooking for the family doesn't have to be a daunting task. Our Santa Fe Chicken is an easy family-friendly dinner that can be done in less than an hour. Simply grab the ingredients you already have in your pantry, prep and toss them in your skillet, then watch delicious come together right before your eyes. This Santa Fe Chicken recipe is a balanced meal too, which is always the best kind of meal to serve up to those you love. What are you waiting for? Santa Fe Chicken Skillet is ready to deliver on delicious when you are.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup chopped red onions
1 small zucchini, cut in quarters lengthwise and into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup chopped red or orange bell pepper
1 cup frozen corn (from 12-oz package)
1 cup Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed (from 15-oz can)
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges, as desired

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of the cumin, 1 teaspoon of the chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the coriander. Add chicken; stir to coat.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center (at least 165°F). Transfer to plate, and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Add onions, zucchini and bell pepper; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Stir in frozen corn, beans, chiles, cooked chicken, remaining 1 teaspoon cumin, remaining 1 teaspoon chili powder and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until completely heated through.
  • Garnish with cheese and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize About 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Easy slow-cooker meal.

Provided by bdunk1998

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn
½ cup salsa
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup salsa
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
8 tortillas

Steps:

  • Combine the black beans, corn, and 1/2 cup salsa in a slow cooker. Lay chicken breast atop the black bean mixture; top with another 1/2 cup salsa.
  • Cook on High for 3 hours.
  • Add cream cheese to chicken mixture; cook another 30 minutes.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into middle of tortillas; roll tortillas around filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 60.1 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 887.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN PACKETS



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Chicken breasts topped with black beans, corn and zesty tomatoes, cooked in foil packets on the grill for an easy summertime meal

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (1 packet each)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (15 oz each) Rosarita® Premium Whole Black Beans, drained, rinsed
2 cups frozen whole kernel corn
1 can (10 oz each) Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
PAM® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 oz each)
1/2 cup shredded reduced fat Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat outdoor grill to medium-high heat according to manufacturer's directions. Stir together beans, corn, drained tomatoes and cumin in medium bowl.
  • 2. Place four 18x12-inch pieces of heavy foil on counter. Spray each with cooking spray. Place 1 breast in center on each piece of foil. Spoon 1/4th bean mixture over chicken for each packet. Bring up short sides of each foil packet and double fold top. Double fold both ends to seal each packet, leaving space for steam to gather.
  • 3. Place packets on grate of covered grill. Grill 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in centers (165 degrees F). Carefully open packets; sprinkle 1/4th cheese on top of each breast. Close foil and let stand 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Chicken and rice are dressed up with a zippy sauce for a complete meal that's ready in a dash. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it's a festive weeknight supper or special occasion menu. -Jon Carole Gilbreath of Tyler, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and jalapeno in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. , Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper and cumin; place over rice mixture. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SANTE FE CHICKEN



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Categories     Chicken     Garlic     Poultry     Tomato     Braise     Quick & Easy     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 chicken thighs
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1 14 1/2-ounce can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
1 large 8- to 10-ounce) yam, peeled, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch dice
1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
1/2 cup low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup packed chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup bottled mild green taco sauce
1 15-ounce can golden hominy, drained

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sauté chicken until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings from skillet. Add garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add stewed tomatoes, yam, chilis, broth, 6 tablespoons cilantro and taco sauce. Cover skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken is just tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer chicken to plate. Add hominy to skillet and boil until yam is tender and juices are reduced to sauce consistency, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Return chicken and any collected juices to skillet. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Reheat gently before continuing.) Transfer to large deep serving platter. Garnish with remaining cilantro.

SANTA FE CHICKEN



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I became a green chile addict when I lived in New Mexico. Home in Colorado, I buy them by the freshly roasted bushel in the fall and freeze them in one-quart plastic bags so I can always get that green chile fix when I need it. This is a great meal to make when you don't have any fresh vegetables in the house. Stock up on the canned or frozen ingredients and you'll be able to whip up this Southwestern staple in a jiffy. You can use bone-in or boneless, skin-on or skinless, fresh or frozen chicken pieces; they will still take the same amount of time to cook. You can control the amount of spiciness by the type and amount of chile peppers or salsa you decide to use. My personal favorites are Hatch green chiles, but any chile works. Or use your favorite salsa.

Yield serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Canola oil spray
One 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 scallion, white and green parts, thinly sliced
1/2 to 3/4 pound chicken breasts or thighs
One 4-ounce can green chiles, or 4 to 6 tablespoons prepared salsa
1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into 1-inch strips
One 14-ounce bag frozen corn, or one 15-ounce can, drained
One 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
One 6-ounce can sliced black olives

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  • Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with canola oil.
  • Spread the beans in an even layer in the pot.
  • Arrange the scallion on top of the beans, then add the chicken. If you're using green chiles, blanket the chicken with them. If you're using salsa, spoon it over the chicken.
  • Add the bell pepper, corn, tomatoes, and olives in separate even layers.
  • Cover and bake for 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven. Serve immediately.
  • Calories: 336
  • Protein: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg
  • Sodium: 808mg
  • Fiber: 10g

SANTA FE CHICKEN



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This is an adaptation of a recipe that I found on Dr. Weil's website. Great on the grill even though the original recipe called for broiling the meat. Cooking time includes marinating time.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 limes, juice of
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients except chicken.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a shallow baking pan and pour the marinade over the top.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Grill over medium coals for about 10 minutes on each side.

SANTA FE CHICKEN PASTA (COPYCAT)



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Make and share this Santa Fe Chicken Pasta (Copycat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ptal06

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoons cajun spices (I use Tony's Creole Seasoning or Zataran's)
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, diced
2 cups tomatoes, diced (I used 15 oz can petite diced tomatoes, drained)
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 1/2 quarts heavy cream
12 ounces roasted red peppers
1/4 cup salted butter
16 ounces penne pasta
6 ounces snow peas
6 ounces parmesan cheese, shredded (we just sprinkle on top, like spaghetti)

Steps:

  • Cook your chicken first.
  • To blacken, lightly sprinkle blackening seasoning on both sides of the chicken.
  • Heat a stainless steel pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken completely - turning only once.
  • Hint: You may want to do this on your grill outside because a lot of smoke can be generated.
  • Slice the chicken into the thin long strips.
  • Set the chicken aside while you prepare the sauce and noodles.
  • In a large pot, start heat your water to a boil in preparation for the pasta.
  • In a large stainless saucepan, melt your butter over medium heat.
  • While the butter is melting, finely mince the garlic and then add to the pan.
  • Cook the garlic for two minutes and then add all of the cream.
  • Stir occasionally while it reduces by half.
  • Hint: If your garlic turns brown then the pan was too hot - start over, it will be worth it.
  • While the cream is starting to reduce, prepare your other ingredients by finely mincing the green onions, cilantro, tomatoes & roasted red peppers - but keep the tomatoes separate.
  • Stir in the cilantro, green onion & roasted red peppers while it's reducing.
  • Your cream should be simmering now as it reduces - this process will normally take more than 20 minutes - stir occasionally and keep a watch out for it boiling over.
  • Boil the pasta, which should take at least 12 minutes.
  • Clean the snow peas and add them to the cream - if they simmer in the cream for at least 10 minutes they are perfect - cooked through and hot, but still a bit crisp.
  • When the pasta is done, the cream should be reduced by half now. The cream's texture should not be thick like Alfredo sauce, but not runny like water.
  • Drain the pasta well! Penne pasta is a pain because it holds so much water, but too much left over water will thin out the sauce you worked so hard for.
  • Put the noodles back in its pot and pour your cream over the noodles.
  • Add the chicken and stir everything together well.
  • Serve immediately as this dish is not good as leftovers or once the cream cools.
  • Spoon out an appropriate amount onto a plate and then sprinkle some diced tomatoes on top - you can also use some left over cilantro sprig as garnish if you like.
  • I usually serve this with warm Italian bread with soft butter on the side.

Tips:

  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet. This will help to create a flavorful crust on the chicken.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet. Otherwise, the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from burning.
  • Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it is golden brown.
  • Reduce the heat to low and cook the chicken for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until it is cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and it is served with a variety of toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends, and it is also a great way to use up leftover chicken.

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