Description
Cuban Chicken & Black Bean Rice Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender marinated chicken with hearty black beans and fluffy rice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of taste. With its colorful presentation and zesty flavors, this dish will leave your family and friends asking for more!
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in lime juice, garlic, cumin, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Sauté diced red bell pepper in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Cook marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add black beans and reserved marinade to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve by layering rice at the bottom of bowls topped with the chicken-bean mixture and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with grilled vegetables or tofu. Adjust spice levels by adding jalapeños or using milder seasonings. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheated with a splash of water.