Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
541 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets
Description
This recipe layers seasoned chicken breasts with black beans, corn kernels, diced bell peppers, and salsa on foil sheets sprayed with cooking spray. Each foil packet is sealed and grilled, first with the vegetable side down and then turned over to cook the chicken thoroughly. After grilling, the packets open up for sprinkling shredded Mexican cheese, which is melted back on the grill.
The dish produces tender, mildly spiced chicken with a mix of sweet corn, beans, and fresh peppers adding both texture and color. The salsa infuses moisture and flavor during cooking. Melting cheese on top provides richness that complements the smoky grilled notes.
This foiled grill method allows for convenient outdoor cooking, minimal cleanup, and individual servings. The chicken can be sliced and used as filling for corn or flour tortillas, making versatile meal options.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast 7-8 ounces each, boneless skinless
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 15 ounces black beans drained & rinsed, 1 can, canned
- 2 cups corn kernels thawed, frozen
- 1 cup bell pepper diced, any color
- ¾ cup salsa or 10 ounces Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained
- ½ cup Mexican cheese blend or Monterey Jack, 2 oz, shredded
- toppings as desired such as cilantro, tomatoes & jalapenos
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Place four large pieces of foil on work surface and spray each with cooking spray. Place 1 chicken breast on each piece of foil and season with chili powder, salt & pepper.
- Divide beans, corn, peppers, and salsa over top of chicken breasts.
- Fold in the ends to seal each packet. Place packets the grill vegetable side down for 10 minutes.
- Flip packets over and grill an additional 10-12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F.
- Place packets on a large baking pan. Carefully open packets and top with cheese. Place the baking pan back on the grill to melt the cheese.
- Top as desired.
Notes
- Serve sliced chicken from the packets with corn or flour tortillas for a simple, hand-held meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 541 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 541 | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 64g | 128% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 158mg | 53% |
| Sodium | 721mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 1656mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1785IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 56mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 15% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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