Health Hotline Magazine | September 2026

Chili-Lime Chicken & Sweet Potato Skillet

A flavorful dinner on the table in 35 minutes with only one pan to wash? Yes please! This simple, quick meal is perfect for busy nights and hungry mouths.

Serves: 4 | Prep time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes | Total time: 35 minutes

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs • Natural Grocers ® Brand Bulk Real Salt and Organic Ground Black Pepper • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Taco Seasoning , divided • 2 tablespoons Natural Grocers Brand Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil , divided • 1 medium organic red onion, diced • 1 pound organic sweet potatoes, cut into ½ – ¾-inch cubes • 2 organic bell peppers (any color), cut into ½-inch dice • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons organic chicken or vegetable broth • ½ - 1 teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Organic Ground Chipotle Pepper Powder (use the higher amount for more heat) • ¾ teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Real Salt • Zest and juice from an organic lime • 1 can Natural Grocers Brand Organic Black Beans , drained and rinsed • 1 cup Natural Grocers Brand Organic Frozen Sweet Kernel Corn (optional) • 2-3 handfuls organic baby spinach (optional)

1. Cut chicken into one-inch pieces and generously season with salt and pepper and one teaspoon of taco seasoning. 2. Heat a large deep-sided skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add one tablespoon of olive oil and swirl to coat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate. (If you have extra time, you can cook the chicken in batches to allow for more browning to build flavor). 3. Wipe the skillet out and then return it to medium heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and swirl to coat. Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until translucent. 4. Add sweet potatoes, bell peppers, broth, remaining tablespoon of taco seasoning, chipotle powder, salt, and lime zest. Stir to combine, cover, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat slightly to maintain a strong simmer. Cook covered for 5 minutes. 5. Add the black beans and the corn and/or spinach, if using. If the pan starts to look dry, add a tablespoon or two of water. Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 more minutes. Add the chicken, cover, and cook for 1 minute to rewarm the chicken. 6. Squeeze the lime juice all over and stir. Serve with optional toppings.

Optional for topping: chopped organic cilantro, diced or sliced organic avocado, Natural Grocers Brand Organic Mexican Blend Cheese Shreds , organic sour cream

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