One Pan Mexican Chicken and Black Bean Rice
Spiced chicken, black beans and rice all cook in one pan in a smoky tomato sauce.
- Time45 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.65 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large lidded frying pan over a medium high heat. Season the chicken and brown it for 5 minutes, then lift it out.
5 min - 2
Add the onion and pepper to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, until soft.
5 min - 3
Stir in the garlic, cumin and paprika for 1 minute, then add the rice and stir to coat.
- 4
Add the tomatoes, beans and water with a good pinch of pepper. Return the chicken and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Cover tightly, turn the heat low and cook for 20 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken has no pink.
20 min - 6
Stir in the lime juice and coriander and leave it to sit for 3 minutes before serving.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.