Black Bean Chicken Appetizer

Transform your appetizer game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Black Bean Chicken Appetizer! Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken breast, hearty black beans, and a colorful medley of red bell pepper and onion, this dish is seasoned to perfection with smoky cumin and paprika. A layer of gooey melted cheddar cheese ties everything together, creating a mouthwatering skillet mix that’s perfect for scooping onto crispy tortilla chips. Topped with a zesty splash of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and serves as the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game day, parties, or casual gatherings. Don't forget to customize it with your favorite toppings like sour cream or avocado for an unforgettable appetizer experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 cup Black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 piece Lime (juiced)
• 1 bag Tortilla chips (for serving)
• as needed Optional toppings (e.g., sour cream, avocado, extra cilantro)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 2

Dice the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces and season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with 1 cup of rinsed and drained black beans.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and 1 teaspoon of paprika over the mixture, stirring well to combine.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture, and cover with a lid. Let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 10

Serve the black bean chicken mixture warm, spooned over tortilla chips, or as a dip with optional toppings such as sour cream, avocado, or extra cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	852.6 grams (852.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2343

Total Fat 127.70g	164%
Saturated Fat 39.20g	196%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 417mg	139%
Sodium 2999mg	130%
Total Carbohydrate 155.00g	56%
Dietary Fiber 10.70g	38%
Total Sugars 6.40g
Protein 152.90g	306%

Vitamin D 17IU	87%
Calcium 1048mg	81%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1527mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 26.0%