Chicken Cotija

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the cilantro and Cotija cheese and cook until the cheese is melted and the dish is heated through, about 2 minutes.
5. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

• Cotija is a type of Mexican cheese that is salty and crumbly.
• This dish is great served with rice or tortillas.
• You can substitute Monterey Jack cheese for Cotija if you don’t have any.