One Pan Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Rice With Black Beans

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 1
One Pan Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Rice With Black Beans is a scrumptious, protein-packed meal.
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , diced into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 green onions , chopped ( keep lighter and darker portions separate )
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 can chopped green chilies
2 teaspoons lime zest
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 can black beans , rinsed and well drained
2 cups MINUTE White Rice ( do n't use regular rice ! )
1/3 cup chopped cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
477
Sugar
1g
Fat
10g
This One Pan Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Rice With Black Beans recipe is loaded with flavor. The chicken, rice, and black beans form a hearty base, while the cilantro and lime give the dish a refreshing and tangy touch. As a one-pan meal, this recipe couldn't be easier to make or clean up after. It's a perfect dinner option for busy weeknights or to satisfy hunger cravings after a long day. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!

Instructions

1.In a large pan or skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add diced chicken bites and season them with salt and black pepper to taste, and let them cook for a few minutes until they're golden brown and cooked through.
3.Add the light portions of chopped green onions and minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4.Add low-sodium chicken broth, chopped green chilies, lime zest, lime juice, black beans, and Minute White Rice into the pan. Stir all ingredients together.
5.Reduce heat to low. Cover the pan and let it simmer for approximately 5-10 minutes until the liquid has been absorbed, the rice is cooked, and the chicken is tender.
6.Top the dish with chopped cilantro and sprinkle the dark portions of green onions on top for garnish.

PROS

One Pan Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Rice With Black Beans is a simple, quick and easy-to-make meal, that will satisfy your hunger in no time.
Additionally, this dish is packed with protein from the chicken and black beans and has a refreshing touch of cilantro and lime.

This dish also only requires one pan, making clean-up a breeze!

CONS

The Minute White Rice used in this recipe provides less fiber and nutrients than other types of rice.

This dish might be too spicy for those who are sensitive to heat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

One Pan Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Rice With Black Beans is a protein-packed meal that is great for satisfying hunger and containing muscle-building amino acids. Chicken and black beans are also great sources of iron, while cilantro and lime have proven antioxidant properties.

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