Black Beans, Chicken and Rice Recipe

Name: Black Beans, Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons oil; 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice; 1 ½ teaspoons cumin; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 cups cubed cooked chicken; ½ cup chopped green bell pepper; ½ cup chopped yellow bell pepper; ¾ cup chopped red bell pepper; ¼ cup chopped onion; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth; 2 tablespoons water; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; chopped fresh cilantro (garnish)

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons oil
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 ½ teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped yellow bell pepper
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
chopped fresh cilantro (garnish)

1
Add oil to a large skillet; heat over medium-high until it gets hot.
2
Add rice, cumin, and chili powder; stir and cook for 1 minute.
3
Add the next 8 ingredients to the skillet; stir to mix.
4
Bring to a boil; lower the heat, cover and simmer 15-18 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender; stir every now and then.
5
Take the skillet from the heat; removed cover and fluff the mixture with a fork.
6
Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let set for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
7
Sprinkle with a little chopped fresh cilantro for garnish.
8
Serve.

620

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons oil, 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice, 1 ½ teaspoons cumin, 2 teaspoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Black Beans, Chicken and Rice 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.

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Black Beans, Chicken and Rice

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