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Salsa Verde Chicken, Rice, and Beans

Salsa Verde Chicken, Rice, and Beans: Quick Flavor Fiesta

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Salsa Verde Chicken, Rice, and Beans, a high-protein, quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 large Sweet Vidalia Onion diced
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican Oregano
  • 24 ounces Salsa Verde store-bought
For the Rice and Beans
  • 4 cups Ready Rice pre-cooked
  • 15.5 ounces Black Beans rinsed
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil, allowing it to shimmer.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Introduce the diced chicken and cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
  4. Add minced garlic, cumin, and oregano; sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in salsa verde and stir; simmer for about 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the ready rice and rinsed black beans; let heat for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, add lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately with optional sides like tortilla chips or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is customizable with varying proteins and beans. Fresh herbs and lime juice enhance the flavor.

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