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17-Minute Canned Chicken

17-Minute Canned Chicken: Quick Dinner Magic You’ll Love

Discover the 17-Minute Canned Chicken, a quick dinner solution that transforms basic canned chicken and fresh veggies into a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 12.5 oz Canned Chicken Look for 'chunk chicken' in water for better texture.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with any cooking oil.
  • 0.5 cup Onions Diced; use yellow or white based on what's available.
  • 0.5 cup Bell Peppers Diced; pick any color that's on sale.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced; substitute with 1/2 tsp garlic powder if necessary.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Can be swapped for thyme or Italian seasoning.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste preferences.
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper Freshly cracked is preferred for maximum flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Sauté the diced onions and bell peppers for about 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Introduce minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the canned chicken, breaking up chunks as you stir, and cook for approximately 5 minutes.
  5. Season with oregano, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Do not drain the canned chicken thoroughly for better moisture. Adjust seasoning as needed, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.

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