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Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 623kcal
Author: Leah Ingram

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ medium red onion diced
  • 2 red or green bell peppers diced
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1 14- ounces can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped, divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Optional to serve:
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack shredded
  • 1 large avocado chopped
  • 1 large lime sliced into 8 wedges

Instructions

  • 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.
  • 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. 
  • 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.
  • 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!

Notes

This healthy, one-skillet chicken dish can be on the table in 30 minutes, so it is perfect for those busy weeknights when you’re tempted to grab some takeout. To round out the meal, try pairing this dish with Easy Refried Beans, steamed brown rice, or with a fresh green salad. 
To make this a low-carb meal, simply substitute the beans and corn for lower-carb additions. 

Nutrition

Calories: 623kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 619mg | Potassium: 1502mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2513IU | Vitamin C: 89mg | Calcium: 181mg | Iron: 7mg