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10) Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs with Black Beans

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs about 6
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup optional

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry and toss with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, lime zest, and half the lime juice.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high and brown thighs 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Lower heat to medium, cover, and cook 6-8 minutes until internal temp hits 165°F.
  4. Remove chicken and let rest five minutes.
  5. In the same pan, add onion and beans; stir 2 minutes to warm and pick up browned bits.
  6. Stir in remaining lime juice, cilantro, and honey if you want a touch of sweetness.
  7. Slice or chop chicken and return to pan to coat with beans and sauce.
  8. Serve over rice or greens.