Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 8 small corn or flour tortillas
– 1 cup shredded lettuce
– 1 cup diced tomatoes
– ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
– ½ cup sour cream (optional)
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Chicken Tacos with Black Beans is easy and straightforward. Follow these simple steps for a delicious meal:
1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into small bite-sized pieces.
2. Season Chicken: In a bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the spice mixture until well coated.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
5. Add Black Beans: Stir in the black beans and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through.
6. Warm Tortillas: In a separate pan, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 1 minute on each side or until pliable. You can also microwave them for about 20 seconds covered with a damp paper towel.
7. Assemble Tacos: Distribute the chicken and black bean mixture evenly among the warmed tortillas.
8. Top It Off: Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cheese on top of the filling.
9. Serve: Optional – add a dollop of sour cream and garnish with fresh cilantro.
These simple steps will guide you to create Chicken Tacos with Black Beans that your family and friends will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g