Quick Chicken and Black Bean Mexican Salad — FamilyPlate recipe🥗

Quick Chicken and Black Bean Mexican Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad featuring seasoned chicken and black beans, perfect for a quick lunch that kids will love.

🇲🇽 Mexican
👶 Kid Friendly

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch
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Cooking Style
Kid-Friendly

Nutrition (per serving)

410kcal
Calories
36g
Protein
35g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 3 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and cilantro.

  4. 4

    Slice the cooked chicken into strips and add to the salad mixture.

  5. 5

    Add diced avocado and lime juice; gently toss to combine all ingredients.

  6. 6

    Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately for a fresh and delightful lunch.

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