Chicken, black bean and quinoa skillet with mesa de Vida Latin inspired cooking sauce

Chicken, Black Bean and Quinoa or Rice Skillet

This high protein, high fiber, nutrient-dense skillet features Latin inspired flavors that transform simple ingredients like quinoa or rice into a gourmet meal.

Makes 4-6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb diced boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • Up to 2 cups diced vegetables of your choice (bell pepper, onion)
  • 1 cup quinoa or white rice, rinsed and drained
  • 1 bottle Mesa de Vida Latin Inspired Cooking Sauce
  • 1 can rinsed and drained black beans
  • 3/4 cup broth
  • Salt to taste

Directions

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear protein (if using diced or whole chicken pieces), or fully cook (for ground meat) until golden brown
  2. Stir in your vegetables, cook for 3 minutes
  3. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer, then lower the heat to low
  4. Cover with lid, or foil, and cook for 20-25 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and the quinoa or rice is tender. (If there is still a lot of liquid at the bottom of the pan continue cooking for 5 more minutes until it's absorbed.)
  5. Turn off the heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa or rice with a fork and serve

 

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