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Arizona Skillet Dinner Recipe

Quick, easy, and flavorful vegetarian skillet meal! This Arizona Skillet Dinner is ready in under 30 minutes and bursting with Southwestern spices. Serve with a fresh tossed salad for a complete and satisfying dinner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 593 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arizona Skillet Dinner

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, chopped
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 (15-ounce) can Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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How to Make Arizona Skillet Dinner

  1. Cook 1 pound elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon chili powder; and 1 teaspoon ground cumin.
  4. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained; and 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and toss gently to combine.
  8. Serve directly from the skillet or in a serving bowl, topped with 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

27g

Carbs

30g

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