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Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Skillet

⏱ 30 min · 🍽 Serves 3

Chicken, peppers and black beans simmered in one pan and finished with melted cheese.

Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Skillet

Ingredients

  • 300 g chicken breast, diced
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp chilli powder
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
  2. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in onion, bell pepper, cumin, paprika, chilli powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  5. Add tomatoes and black beans.
  6. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, ensuring the chicken reaches 74°C internally.
  7. Sprinkle cheese over the top and cover briefly until melted.
  8. Serve on its own or with rice.

Nutrition (estimated per serving; values vary with brands, portions and cooking methods)

Per serving
Calories390 kcal
Protein38 g
Carbohydrates30 g
Fat12 g

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