Acapulco Chicken Recipe

Ingredients for Acapulco Chicken

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
• Chili Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Olive Oil
• Green Bell Pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1-2 jalapeno peppers, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat)
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or to taste)

How to Make Acapulco Chicken

1. Season 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 1/2 tablespoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and saute for 3-4 minutes per side, or until no longer pink.
3. Remove chicken from skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside.
4. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color) to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
5. Add 1-2 jalapeno peppers, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat), 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, remaining 1/2 tablespoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or to taste).
6. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
7. Return chicken to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2 minutes to heat through and coat with the sauce.
8. Serve immediately over hot cooked rice, if desired.