RCI-RC.004.0062.001
Chicken and Black Beans and Rice
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Prep25 min
Cook35 min
Total60 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- (8 ounces) package mexican-style Chicken rice pilaf mix1 unit
- (16 ounces) can black beans1 unitrinsed and drained
- corn1 cupcanned or frozen
- bunch scallions1 unitchopped
- pitted black olives1/2 cupsliced lengthwise
- cooked diced Chicken meat or 1/2 roasting Chicken4 cups
- bunch fresh cilantro1/2 unitchopped
- ripe avocado1 unitsliced (or made into guacamole)
- 1 unit
- 1 unit
- tortilla chip<s1 unit
Method
1
Prepare the chicken rice pilaf mix according to package directions, typically by combining the dry mix with 2 cups water in a saucepan and bringing to a boil.
2
Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer the rice mixture covered for approximately 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
18 minutes
3
While the rice cooks, rinse and drain the canned black beans and combine them with the cooked diced chicken in a large bowl.
4
Add the corn (canned or frozen), chopped scallions, sliced black olives, and chopped cilantro to the chicken and black bean mixture, then stir to combine.
5
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and fold it gently into the chicken and bean mixture until evenly distributed.
6
Divide the chicken, black beans, and rice mixture among four serving bowls or plates.
7
Serve each portion topped with sliced avocado (or guacamole), a dollop of salsa, a spoonful of sour cream, and a handful of tortilla chips on the side.