Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Mexican Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Black Bean Skillet. Bursting with cumin, smoky chipotle, and the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, this one-pan meal is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining friends, this dish promises satisfaction and warmth in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chipotle powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in sweet potato cubes along with cumin and chipotle powder. Cook until sweet potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Mix in rinsed black beans and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Just before serving, squeeze lime juice over the skillet and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg