Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet

For healthy, delicious weekday dinners everyone in the family will love, look no further than this one-skillet Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet. This speedy but healthy dinner recipe requires just five main ingredients and a single skillet for preparation.

Plus, there is minimal cleanup involved! Simply prepare the rice and chicken mixture on the stovetop then layer with black beans, red onions, tomatoes, beans, and cheese to create this healthy comfort food. Top it off with guacamole or your favorite salsa for added flavor and you have a deliciously healthy dinner that’s sure to please any crowd!

Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet is everyone's favorite dinner

Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet is everyone's favorite dinner that everyone loves. It's a quick and easy recipe that everyone should know! The ingredients are simple, yet flavorful, making for a delicious dinner. Not to mention, everyone can customize the burritos with their own favorite toppings like guacamole and salsa to make it even tastier. This dish is sure to satisfy everyone in your household and definitely won't ever disappoint.

This was inspired by my other recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing sidedish recipe.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

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• Ingredients needed to make Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet
• Instructions for making Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet
• Variations
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• Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet

Ingredients needed to make Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet

• 1 T. extra virgin olive oil
• ½ medium red onion, diced
• 2 red or green bell peppers, diced
• Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1½ lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
• 1 t. ground cumin
• 1 t. smoked paprika
• 1 t. Mexican oregano
• ½ t. chipotle powder
• 1 14-oz. can of black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 c. frozen corn
• ½ c. fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, divided
• 2 T. fresh lime juice

• Optional, to serve:
• ½ c. Monterey Jack, shredded
• 1 large avocado, chopped
• 1 large lime, sliced into 8 wedges

Instructions for making Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and peppers and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are soft and slightly caramelized, around 7-8 minutes.
   
2. Add chicken, ground cumin, smoked paprika, Mexican oregano, and chipotle powder and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides, around 3-4 minutes. Season with additional salt and black pepper, to taste. 
   
3. Stir in black beans and frozen corn. Cook, stirring once or twice, until everything is warmed through, around 6-8 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired.
   
4. Remove from heat and stir in half of the fresh cilantro and lime juice. If using, sprinkle cheese on top and cover with until cheese melts. Serve immediately topped with remaining cilantro, chopped avocado, and fresh lime wedges, if desired. Enjoy!

Variations

If you're looking to shake up your dinner rotation, why not try a variation of the Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet? This recipe is a great way to make the most out of a few ingredients - all you need are some chicken, black beans, your favorite Mexican-style seasonings, and tortilla chips. Feel free to add any extra ingredients that take your fancy! If you have leftover rotisserie chicken or cooked sausage in the fridge, they could make great additions. You can also jazz up the flavor with a variety of sauces or salsas. Keep this variation on hand - it's easy to make and will give you delicious dinners all week long.

Storage

For storage tips, the Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet is an excellent recipe that can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to four days. This hassle-free dinner makes it easy to meal prep throughout the week. Before storing, be sure to allow any cooked leftovers to cool completely before placing them in a shallow airtight container and keep them refrigerated for up to four days. It's best not to store for longer than four days as this could compromise nutrient content, texture and flavor. Enjoy your homemade burrito!

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