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One Pan Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice with Black Beans

A bright, easy one-pan meal of tender chicken, cilantro-lime rice, and black beans ready in about 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 green onions chopped, keep lighter and darker portions separate
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chilies
  • 2 tsp lime zest
  • 3 Tbsp lime juice
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can black beans rinsed and well drained
  • 2 cups Minute white rice do not use regular rice
  • 1/3 cup cilantro chopped

Instructions

  • Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until cooked through, about 6 minutes.
  • During the last minute of cooking the chicken, add the lighter (white) portions of the chopped green onions and the minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  • Stir in the chicken broth, the darker green onion greens, chopped green chilies, lime zest, lime juice, and black beans; season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the Minute rice and stir to fully immerse the rice in the broth.
  • Allow the pot to boil for about 20 seconds, then remove from heat and immediately cover with a lid; let it rest, undisturbed, for 5–6 minutes.
  • If excess moisture remains, return the skillet to medium heat and cook, stirring or tossing, for about 1 minute to evaporate extra liquid.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the chopped cilantro, then let rest uncovered for 3 minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Lid for skillet

Notes

  • Use Minute rice for best timing and texture.
  • Keep white and green parts of scallions separate to add at different times.
  • Adjust lime juice and salt to taste at the end.
  • Drain and rinse the black beans to reduce sodium and excess starch.