Quick and easy chicken recipe over a bed of flavorful black beans and rice

This recipe combines tender grilled chicken with savory black beans and fluffy rice for a satisfying and filling meal. The flavors of the ingredients complement each other perfectly, creating a dish that is both tasty and nutritious.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup white rice
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Lime wedges for serving

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and chili powder.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
5. Add the black beans to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. In a separate pot, cook the rice according to package instructions.
7. To serve, spoon the black beans over the rice and top with the sliced chicken. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
8. Enjoy your delicious fast chicken over black beans and rice!

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