Southwestern Black Bean Bowls

Name: Southwestern Black Bean Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into 1/2-inch cubes); 1 teaspoon cumin; 0.5 teaspoon chili powder; 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup brown rice; 2 cup water or chicken broth; 1 can black beans (rinsed, drained); 1 can kidney beans (rinsed, drained); 1 bell pepper (diced); 1 cup frozen corn; 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Hearty and vibrant bowls featuring seasoned chicken, fiber-rich black and kidney beans, brown rice, bell peppers, and corn for a robust and satisfying meal.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $3.44/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Egg-Free
High-Protein
High-Fiber
Low-Fat
Low-Sugar
Low-Saturated-Fat

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
1 teaspoon cumin
0.5 teaspoon chili powder
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup brown rice
2 cup water or chicken broth
1 can black beans (rinsed, drained)
1 can kidney beans (rinsed, drained)
1 bell pepper (diced)
1 cup frozen corn
0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

Cook brown rice according to package directions using 2 cups of water or chicken broth. Set aside.
While rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken breast seasoned with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Add diced bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Stir in the rinsed black beans, kidney beans, and frozen corn. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, until heated through.
To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked brown rice among four bowls. Top with the chicken and bean mixture. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Leftover bowls can be stored in individual airtight containers for easy grab-and-go lunches or dinners. Reheat in the microwave until warm. For a touch of freshness, you can add a squeeze of lime juice right before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 592
Protein: 42.9 g
Carbohydrates: 84.7 g
Fat: 8.3 g
Fiber: 11.6 g
Sodium: 1378 mg
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Sugar: 7.8 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg