Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Curry
This flavorful Mexican-inspired chicken and black bean curry is packed with spices and served with rice.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Cooked rice - 4 cups, for serving
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Coconut milk - 1 can
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Tomatoes - 2, diced
- Bell pepper - 1, diced
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, diced
- Black beans - 1 can, drained and rinsed
- Chicken breast - 2, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
Let's Get Started
- In a large pan, heat some oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the diced bell pepper, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
- Add the black beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
- Serve the Mexican chicken and black bean curry over cooked rice.
- Garnish with additional cilantro, if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g