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Southwestern Chicken Thighs With Rice And Beans
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Transform ordinary chicken thighs into a fiesta of flavors with Southwestern Chicken Thighs with Rice and Beans! This colorful one-skillet meal combines tender chicken with bell peppers, tomatoes, and perfectly spiced rice. Black beans add hearty protein while Mexican-blend cheese creates a melty finish. Ready in under 30 minutes, this complete meal delivers authentic Southwestern flavors with minimal cleanup—perfect for busy weeknights!
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Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1/2 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced

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1 can (14 1/2 ounces) crushed or diced tomatoes
1/3 cup bottled salsa
2/3 cup fat-free chicken broth
1 cup quick (10-minute) brown rice
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese

Directions
Trim chicken thighs and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Heat oil over medium heat in a 12-inch nonstick skillet that has a lid.
Sauté chicken until browned.
Add the bell pepper and onion to the pan and continue to cook.
Stir in the chili powder and cumin and cook for 3 more minutes, stirring from time to time.
Add the garlic, tomatoes with their juice, salsa and broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the rice and stir well.
Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 10 minutes.
When the rice has absorbed the liquid, remove the skillet from the heat, stir in the beans and sprinkle evenly with the cheese.
Cover 2 minutes to let cheese melt, then serve.
Servings\Yield
6 servings
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving - Calories: 260; Total Fat: 7g (Saturated Fat: 2.5g); Cholesterol: 70mg; Sodium: 520mg; Total Carbohydrates: 29g (Dietary Fiber: 5g, Sugars: 4g); Protein: 21g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Carol Jancsi 🔑 Keywords: chicken, black beans, rice, chicken broth
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Southwestern Chicken Thighs With Rice And Beans was added on March 09, 2009 and last updated on November 05, 2021.
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