Chicken and Black Beans Recipe

Name: Chicken and Black Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Italian dressing; 1/2 tsp crushed garlic; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 12 oz boneless chicken , cut into 1 inch cubes; 2 tsp olive oil; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 3/4 cup onion, chopped; 3/4 tsp oregano; 1/4 tsp black pepper fresh ground; 1/4 tsp cumin; 2 cup cooked black beans , drained and rinsed; 2 cup no salt added canned tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

1/2 cup Italian dressing
1/2 tsp crushed garlic
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
12 oz boneless chicken , cut into 1 inch cubes
2 tsp olive oil
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
3/4 cup onion, chopped
3/4 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp black pepper fresh ground
1/4 tsp cumin
2 cup cooked black beans , drained and rinsed
2 cup no salt added canned tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

1
Combine dressing , garlic ,and red pepper.
2
Place chicken in large glass bowl , pour dressing over chicken , cover and refrigerate 30, to 60 minutes or overnight.
3
Remove chicken from marinade, drain well, and discard marinade .
4
Heat oil in a large skillet on medium - high heat until hot .
5
Add chicken , cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring until chicken is lightly Brown, spooning off any excess liquid.
6
Add bell pepper, onion ,oregano, pepper and cumin.
7
Cook stirring 4to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
8
Add black beans and tomato.
9
Cook 2 or 3 minutes more or until thoroughly heated.
10
Garnish with cilantro; serve immediately.

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup Italian dressing, 1/2 tsp crushed garlic, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 12 oz boneless chicken , cut into 1 inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Black Beans 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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Chicken and Black Beans

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Variations & substitutions

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