Black Beans And Chicken In Tortillas Recipe

Name: Black Beans And Chicken In Tortillas Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 x Chicken breast halves boneless and skinless; 4 x Flour tortillas; 2 1/2 tsp Extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1 med Garlic clove peeled and chopped; 1 med Shallot, peeled and chopped; 1 x Jalapeno pepper seeded and finely minced; 1 can Black beans (15z), liquid removed rinsed and liquid removed again; 1 lrg Ripe tomato cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 3/4 tsp Grnd cumin, divided; 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper, divided; 1/2 tsp Salt, divided; 2 tsp Finely minced cilantro; 1 med Red onion, thinly sliced; 4 tsp Lime juice, divided; 1/4 c. Plain low-fat yogurt

Servings: persons

3 x Chicken breast halves boneless and skinless
4 x Flour tortillas
2 1/2 tsp Extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 med Garlic clove peeled and chopped
1 med Shallot, peeled and chopped
1 x Jalapeno pepper seeded and finely minced
1 can Black beans (15z), liquid removed rinsed and liquid removed again
1 lrg Ripe tomato cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3/4 tsp Grnd cumin, divided
1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper, divided
1/2 tsp Salt, divided
2 tsp Finely minced cilantro
1 med Red onion, thinly sliced
4 tsp Lime juice, divided
1/4 c. Plain low-fat yogurt

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Cover the chicken with cool water, bring just to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer till cooked through.
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Cold, shred with your fingers and chill.
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Wrap the tortillas in foil and place in a preheated 200-degree oven while preparing the remaining ingredients.
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Heat 1 tsp.
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extra virgin olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat.
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Add in the garlic, shallot and jalapeno; saute/fry 1 minute.
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Add in the black beans, tomato, 1/2 tsp.
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cumin, 1/8 tsp.
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cayenne pepper, 1/4 tsp.
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salt and the cilantro.
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Heat through and keep hot over low heat.
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Heat the remaining 1-1/2 tsp.
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extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
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Add in the red onions and saute/fry till they begin to soften.
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Stir in the chicken, 1/4 tsp.
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cumin, 1/8 tsp.
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cayenne and 1/4 tsp.
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salt.
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Heat through 3 min.
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Remove the chicken from the heat and stir in 2 tsp.
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lime juice; stir 2 tsp.
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lime juice into the black beans.
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Spoon the chicken and bean mixtures into the hot tortillas; top with a little yogurt.

721

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 x Chicken breast halves boneless and skinless, 4 x Flour tortillas, 2 1/2 tsp Extra virgin olive oil, divided, 1 med Garlic clove peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Beans And Chicken In Tortillas Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!