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Mexican Chicken, Sweet Potato and Black Bean Skillet

Easy Mexican Chicken, Sweet Potato and Black Bean Skillet Recipe

This Mexican Chicken, Sweet Potato and Black Bean Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan meal packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts chicken about 1.5 lbs, diced
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed, about 2 cups
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 yellow onion onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chipotle powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime lime juice about 2 tbsp

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 7-8 minutes.
  3. Stir in sweet potato cubes along with cumin and chipotle powder. Cook until sweet potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  4. Mix in rinsed black beans and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until heated through.
  5. Just before serving, squeeze lime juice over the skillet and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to modify with turkey or add bell peppers for extra flavor. This dish is perfect for meal prep and serves beautifully for special occasions.

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