READY IN 35 mins

Fast Chicken Over Black Beans and Rice

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"I keep black beans on hand, and when I'm exhausted and don't feel like cooking for my family, I pull out this recipe. So easy to remember, make it once, and it's in your head forever!" — Redhead

Directions

Bring rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow rice to stand covered for about 10 minutes.
Mix salsa with black beans in a microwave-safe bowl, and cook in microwave oven on high until hot, about 2 minutes; stir once or twice during heating.
Divide cooked rice into individual serving bowls.
Top the rice with black bean mixture, chicken strips, and Cheddar cheese; garnish with fresh cilantro and dollops of sour cream.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 20 mins
READY IN 35 mins

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Oct 12, 2012

Very good, cheap & easy! I play softball on the weeknights so I need something I can whip up fast after work...this works! I boil my chicken in my yummy spices & then shred it. Instead of cooking the salsa/beans in the microwave, I bring them to a boil in a pot & then throw in the chicken & let it all simmer together - more flavor gets into the chicken & blends better, I think. Like another reviewer, I did add more salsa (almost double) but thats just my taste preference...also I throw in a little cayenne for an extra kick! Very good & very easy!

—Von424

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Aug 20, 2012

Fast, easy.. good recipe for leftover chicken... needed more salsa in my opinion

—LindaT

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4 Ratings

Apr 11, 2013

me and my sister just made this its good n i will add it to my fav lite to make over and over again. you also could use chicken in a can it wordk just as well

—mercurysimpson

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Nutrition

Calories
429 kcal
21%

Carbohydrates
56.5 g
18%

Cholesterol
58 mg
19%

Fat
9.9 g
15%

Fiber
8.3 g
33%

Protein
27.3 g
55%

Sodium
639 mg
26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Fast Chicken Over Black Beans and Rice

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 429
Calories from Fat: 89

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.9g 15 %
Saturated Fat 5.5g 27 %
Cholesterol 58mg 19 %
Sodium 639mg 26 %
Potassium 589mg 17 %
Total Carbohydrates 56.5g 18 %
Dietary Fiber 8.3g 33 %
Protein 27.3g 55 %
** Sugars 0.7g
Vitamin A 10 %
Vitamin C 7 %
Calcium 23 %
Iron 47 %
Thiamin 46 %
Niacin 107 %
Vitamin B6 27 %
Magnesium 25 %
Folate 100 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.