Chicken with Black beans

Suzanne rose · Nov 8, 2023

I made this last night for the first time and recieved great comments from my biggest critics .....my family

Black Beans are so cheap, I paid $1 for a can and the good thing is they are so good for you

Total Time
Prep/Total: 25 min.
Makes
4 servings

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Recipe from taste of home with a few twigs

Ingredients

3 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
boneless skinless chicken breast cut in halves length ways
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen or can corn
1 cup pasta sauce eg pasata
2 cups hot cooked brown / white rice
Minced fresh corianderor parsley, optional

Directions

In a small bowl, mix seasonings; sprinkle over both sides of chicken. In a large non stick skillet / frypan, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides.
Add beans, corn and pasata to skillet; cook, covered, 10-15 minutes or until chicken is cooked
Serve with rice and if desired, parsley or coriander

Chicken, Black Beans and Rice Tips

What else can you put in Chicken, Black Beans and Rice?

Try carrots and zucchini

What can you serve with Chicken, Black Beans and Rice?

Tossed Salad, steamed vegetables and roasted potatoes

How should you store Chicken, Black Beans and Rice?

Store the chicken entree in a well-sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Store the rice separately or cook some fresh when reheating.

Nutrition Facts

1 chicken breast half with 3/4 cup bean mixture and 1/2 cup cooked rice: 400 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 8g fiber), 32g protein.

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