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Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Salad

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"I call this diet haters' diet food because simple substitutions mean you won't feel deprived. You shouldn't miss the tortilla chips because you have delicious black beans instead, and you still get the yummy spicy Mexican flavor and cheese. While not necessarily authentic, this salad is easy to make! If you have time, it's is also wonderful topped with onions and maybe fresh jalapenos."
Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Salad Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 34 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 (4 ounce) frozen skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 (8 ounce) can low sodium tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans
  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup salsa

What to Drink?
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DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared dish. Mix the tomato sauce, water and taco seasoning in a small bowl; pour sauce over the chicken.
  3. Bake in preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes.
  4. Divide spinach between two plates. Place the chicken breasts on the spinach beds and spoon half the black beans over each piece. Divide sour cream, shredded cheese and salsa to top each salad.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 10, 2008 by ALLRYTIE 
I LOVE Mexican food - all the flavors - and I'm always looking for a way to make it more... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 28, 2008 by Lauren N. 
Instead of baking the chicken, I cut it into strips and cooked it on the stovetop with just a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on may 14, 2008 by Nina 
I cooked the chicken by boiling it (I needed chicken for 2 recipes) I put the chicken, tomato... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 26, 2008 by Cassie 
I took the suggestions and added fresh cilantro to the sauce. Choose pico de gallo rather than... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 2, 2008 by mermaid 
This is ok as written. Nothing special. Could use some tomatoes, cilantro, onion. Way too much... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 14, 2008 by AMANDADAVID 
My family enjoyed this dish tonight. I used leftover chicken, heated it up on the stove with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on may 27, 2008 by miosmom 
Great healthy dinner. I cooked the chicken in the convection oven for 40 minutes and came out... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 6, 2008 by rosegirl 
This salad is good with my additional changes. I cooked the sliced chicken on the store top... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 3, 2008 by Capt Obvious 
This was a huge hit with the family. I added a small can of Mexican Corn to the meal. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.53 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 10, 2009 by Lauraloves2run 
Loved this. Cut the chicken in strips and put in a bowl with taco seasoning/tomato sauce... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 580

  • Total Fat: 14.7g
  • Cholesterol: 99mg
  • Sodium: 2665mg
  • Total Carbs: 63.3g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 19.2g
  • Protein: 49.5g

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