Blackened Chicken And Beans Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this easy, low-fat, and incredibly flavorful Blackened Chicken and Beans recipe! Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is packed with protein and vibrant taste. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 324.8 kcal
Protein 68g
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Ingredients for Blackened Chicken And Beans

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How to Make Blackened Chicken And Beans

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total).
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the juices run clear and the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
  5. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (rinsed and drained), 1 cup frozen corn, and ½ cup of your favorite salsa to the skillet.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through and the flavors have melded.
  8. Spoon the bean mixture onto a serving plate.
  9. Top with the cooked chicken breasts and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

5g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Blackened Chicken And Beans?

Blackened Chicken And Beans takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Blackened Chicken And Beans?

Blackened Chicken And Beans has approximately 324.8 calories per serving, with about 68 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Blackened Chicken And Beans?

The key ingredients for Blackened Chicken And Beans are Chili Powder, Salt, Pepper, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, Canola Oil, Black Beans. See the full list with measurements above.

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