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Chicken Black Bean Burrito Skillet
Greta

Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet (Easy 30-Minute Dinner)

Smoky spiced chicken with peppers, black beans, corn, and cilantro. All in one skillet in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 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 can black beans, 14 oz rinsed and drained
  • 1 c. frozen corn
  • ½ c. fresh cilantro roughly chopped, divided
  • 2 T. fresh lime juice
Optional toppings:
  • ½ c. Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1 large avocado chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

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