Chicken Tacos with Black Beans and Corn Recipe

Name: Chicken Tacos with Black Beans and Corn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon Paprika; 1 teaspoon Chili Powder; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; Salt And Pepper; 1 whole Lime, Juice And Zest; 15 ounces, weight Canned Black Beans; 8 ounces, weight Frozen Corn; 2 teaspoons Cumin; 1 teaspoon Garlic Poowder; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1 whole Lime, Juice And Zest; 3 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Cilantro; 8 whole Corn Tortillas, Or More Depending On Serving Preference; Salsa; Sour Cream; Shredded Cheese; Fresh Cilantro

Servings: persons

2 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Salt And Pepper
1 whole Lime, Juice And Zest
15 ounces, weight Canned Black Beans
8 ounces, weight Frozen Corn
2 teaspoons Cumin
1 teaspoon Garlic Poowder
Salt And Pepper, to taste
1 whole Lime, Juice And Zest
3 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Cilantro
8 whole Corn Tortillas, Or More Depending On Serving Preference
Salsa
Sour Cream
Shredded Cheese
Fresh Cilantro

1
For the chicken: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Sprinkle each side of the chicken breasts with the spices and place in a baking dish.
3
Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is done.
4
Allow the chicken to cool for a few minutes after taking it out of the oven, then shred it.
5
Zest the lime and squeeze the juice over top of the chicken and stir it around to evenly distribute.
6
For the black beans and corn: Drain and rinse the black beans and combine them with the corn in a pot.
7
Add in the spices and lime, and stir to combine.
8
Cook for a few minutes until the corn is no longer frozen and the beans are soft.
9
Stir in the cilantro and cook for a few more minutes.
10
To assemble the tacos: Scoop some of the chicken onto a tortilla along with the black beans and corn.
11
Top with salsa, sour cream, cheese, and cilantro as desired.

487

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin, 1 teaspoon Paprika, 1 teaspoon Chili Powder, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tacos with Black Beans and Corn 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!

Chicken Tacos with Black Beans and Corn

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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