For a flavorful and vibrant meal, try cooking up a delectable dish of chicken thighs with spicy black beans. With its combination of tender chicken, zesty black beans, and a delightful blend of spices, this recipe promises a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds. The tender chicken thighs are cooked to perfection, while the black beans add a touch of savory and earthy flavor. The heat from the spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika, creates a harmonious balance with the sweetness of the black beans and the natural flavors of the chicken. This dish is not only a delight to the palate, but it's also packed with protein and essential nutrients, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal.
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CRISPY ROASTED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CHIPOTLE-COCONUT SAUCE AND BLACK BEAN-MANGO SALAD
Top roasted chicken thighs with a spicy coconut pan sauce and serve them with black beans tossed with mango, onion and cilantro.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Put the onions in a bowl with the vinegar and soak 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Place skin-side up in a large ovensafe skillet and roast until the skin is golden brown and crispy and the chicken is cooked through, about 35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss the beans, mango and cilantro with the soaked onions and vinegar, 1 tablespoon of the coconut milk and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl.
- Transfer the chicken to 4 dinner plates. Carefully pour out the excess fat from the skillet and place on the stovetop over medium-high heat (use caution; the handle will be extremely hot). Add the chipotle chiles, remaining 1/2 cup coconut milk and 1/2 cup water; bring to a boil, scraping the browned bits from the pan. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Add a splash of vinegar and season with salt.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken and serve with the black bean-mango salad on the side.
CHICKEN WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE
Chicken with Black Bean Sauce is a simple, quick stir-fry that takes just 5 minutes to cook! Fermented black beans have such a unique umami favor that you're going to want to make this every week.
Provided by Judy
Categories Chicken and Poultry
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine the chicken and the marinade ingredients in a bowl, and mix until all the liquid is absorbed. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Pre-heat your wok over high heat, until it starts to smoke. This step is essential, as it prevents the chicken from sticking to the wok. With your spatula, spread 2 tablespoons of oil over the bottom of the wok. Add the chicken, and quickly spread the pieces into a single layer. Let the chicken cook for about 30 seconds, flip, and cook the other side for another 30 seconds. The chicken is done once it turns opaque--be careful not to overcook it. Turn off the heat, transfer the chicken to a dish, and set aside.
- Next, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the wok over medium heat. Add the ginger, and let it cook for 15 seconds. Next, add the garlic, the white parts of the scallions, and the black beans. Stir for another 30 seconds. Now turn up the heat to high. Add the green and red peppers, and stir fry for about a minute. Add the sugar, Shaoxing wine, salt, the chicken, 2 tablespoons of water, and the green parts of the scallion. Quickly stir-fry everything well to coat in the sauce, and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 901 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SPICY RED BEANS WITH CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE
This recipe came to The Times in a 2012 article about cooking in a bean hole, a classic method of outdoor cooking popular in Maine. Here's how it works: Dig a hole big enough for the pot you're planning to cook in, then build a fire of hardwood logs in it. Drop a dozen or so rocks into the fire once it's started. When the wood has burned down to embers, remove the rocks using barbecue gloves, put your pot of presoaked beans into the embers, drop the rocks around and on top of the pot, cover everything with dirt and walk away. Come back in about eight hours, and your beans should be ready. Not in the mood to dig a hole in your backyard? No worries. These spicy New Orleans-style red beans with chicken and andouille sausage can just as easily be made in your oven. The slightly sweet creaminess of the beans and the richness of the chicken temper the sharp heat of the andouille sausage and red pepper flakes. Serve over a pile of snowy white rice alongside an ice-cold beer.
Provided by John Willoughby
Categories dinner, project, main course
Time 3h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Drain and rinse the soaked beans and heat the oven to 350.
- Heat the oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven or other large, heavy pot over medium-high until hot but not smoking. Add the chicken thighs and brown well, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove the thighs, add the sausage to pot and brown well, another 4 to 6 minutes. Remove the sausage. Add the onion, bell pepper and celery and sauté, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and sauté, stirring frequently, 1 minute. Add back the thighs and sausage along with the beans, filé powder if using, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper and enough water to cover. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cover and transfer the pot to the oven and bake until the beans are tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours, checking every half-hour or so after the first hour and adding water as needed if all the liquid has been absorbed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 862, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 20 grams, Protein 52 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 840 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SKILLET CHICKEN WITH BLACK BEANS, RICE AND CHILES
Adapted from Diana Henry's "From the Oven to the Table: Simple Dishes That Look After Themselves," this true one-pot wonder of chicken, black beans, rice, tomatoes and chiles will make everyone at the table happy. As the chicken thighs roast, the cumin-scented rice soaks up all of the delicious juices. When the timer chimes, the rice and chicken emerge from the oven perfectly cooked. Be sure to use a 12-inch skillet here; a smaller or larger pan might result in under- or overcooked chicken or rice. Leftovers, if you have any, are great in tacos or enchiladas.
Provided by Margaux Laskey
Categories dinner, weeknight, casseroles, grains and rice, one pot, poultry, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat the oil in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet (the pan size is very important) over medium-high. Brown the chicken on both sides to give it good color, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Add the onion and bell peppers to the pan and sauté until just starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil. Meanwhile, add the Fresno chiles or jalapeños, cinnamon, garlic and cumin to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes, then add the black beans and cherry tomatoes. Season generously with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the rice on top in an even layer. (It's important that the black beans are beneath the rice and chicken. The rice will burn otherwise.) Add the stock and return the chicken to the pan, skin-side up.
- Bake, uncovered, for 40 minutes. The chicken should be lovely and golden, the stock should be absorbed and the rice should be tender. Sprinkle with the cilantro. Serve with lime wedges, pickled chiles, sliced fresh chiles, sour cream and avocado (squeeze some lime juice over the avocados in a bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper).
SPICY CHICKEN & BEAN STEW
This hearty, satisfying one-pot is low fat and easy on the washing up
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h35m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pull the skin off the chicken and discard. Heat the oil in a large casserole dish, brown the chicken all over, then remove with a slotted spoon. Tip in the onions, garlic and chillies, then fry for 5 mins until starting to soften and turn golden.
- Add the peppers, tomatoes, beans and hot stock. Put the chicken back on top, half-cover with a pan lid and cook for 50 mins, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Stir through the coriander and serve with soured cream and crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 2.45 milligram of sodium
ZESTY LIME CHICKEN BLACK BEAN AND RICE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken thighs, white rice, chicken broth, olive oil, onion, garlic, fresh cilantro, black beans, lime, salt, pepper
Provided by Nathan Ng
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil and place the chicken skin side down for about 5 minutes or until skin is golden brown. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Take the chicken out and add the onions and cook until they're translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the rice, stir to coat in the oil and onions, and toast for 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic then pour in the chicken stock and place the chicken on top of the rice. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
- Once cooked, take the chicken out and add in the cilantro, black beans, and the juice of one lime. Mix until well-incorporated.
- Serve the chicken over rice and garnish with cilantro.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 617 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 4 grams
SPICY CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN BAKE
A layered, Mexican-inspired casserole that is easy to throw together and a great way to use up leftovers!
Provided by Peculiah
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix chicken, red bell pepper, red onion, sour cream, cream cheese, taco seasoning, and salt together in a large bowl. Combine black beans, hot water, and cumin in a separate bowl; roughly mash with a fork until evenly mixed.
- Layer 3 tortillas into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish. Top tortillas with 1/2 the salsa, 1/2 the black bean mixture, and 1/2 the chicken mixture. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients, ending with chicken mixture. Sprinkle casserole with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 993.4 mg, Sugar 3 g
CHICKEN WITH SPICY BLACK BEAN SAUCE
This Chicken with Spicy Black Bean Sauce is a quick and easy weeknight stir-fry that's full of BIG and BOLD flavors! Tender chicken pieces get tossed with aromatics, onion, bell peppers, and dried red chilies in a wicked delicious savory and spicy sauce!
Provided by Lavina
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Clean and pat-dry the chicken thighs and trim off any excess fat. Cut into bite-sized pieces and add to medium sized bowl, followed by the low sodium light soy sauce, Shao Xing rice wine, corn starch, and sesame oil. Mix well to combine, then set aside.
- Combine the corn starch, freshly cracked black pepper, white sugar, chili oil (if using), sesame oil, low sodium light soy sauce, Shao Xing rice wine, oyster sauce, spicy black bean sauce, gochujang, sriracha, and water in a small measuring cup (for easier pouring) or bowl. Mix well until thoroughly combined, then set aside.
- Chop the yellow onion, spring onions (be sure to separate the white and green parts, red and yellow bell peppers, garlic, ginger, and fresh red chilies as indicated in the 'Ingredients' section. Destem the dried red chilies and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large wok or heavy bottomed deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the dried red chilies and sauté for 30-40 seconds, until they start to crisp up and darken slightly. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain. Then transfer to a small bowl and set aside. (Pro-tip: For a spicier dish, snip the chilies using kitchen shears into 2-3 pieces each. The seeds that become exposed will add more heat into the stir-fry.)
- Add another tablespoon of oil to the wok and heat over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and immediately spread out the pieces in the wok. Allow to sear for 1 minute without touching, then stir-fry for another minute until the chicken has cooked through. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a clean bowl. Wipe out the wok with a paper towel and set back on the stovetop. (Note: Depending on your wok size, you many need to cook the chicken in two batches in order to not overcrowd the wok. Overcrowding will result in the chicken steaming and becoming mushy.)
- Heat the remainder 1.5 tablespoons of oil in the wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the yellow onion, spring onion white parts and stir-fry for a 30-40 seconds until slightly softened. Add the garlic, ginger, and fresh red chilies and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the red and yellow bell peppers and the dried red chilies, toss to combine.
- Add the chicken along with any juices in the bowl, and pour the stir-fry sauce on top. Stir-fry continuously for 1-2 minutes, until everything is well coated in the sauce it starts to thicken.
- Stir in the spring onion green parts, then switch off the heat.
- Transfer to a serving bowl/dish and garnish with more chopped spring onion. Serve immediately with warm steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 432 calories, Sugar 13g, Sodium 871.8mg, Fat 20.4g, SaturatedFat 4g, UnsaturatedFat 14.5g, TransFat 1.5g, Carbohydrate 31.7g, Fiber 3.5g, Protein 29.8g, Cholesterol 117.5mg
CRISPY BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CANNELLINI BEANS AND GREENS
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or pot (at least 4 inches high and large enough to hold the chicken thighs in a single layer; see Cook's Note) over medium-high heat.
- Thoroughly pat dry the chicken thighs and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper, seasoning the skins generously. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the pot and cook, undisturbed, until the skins are dark golden, about 8 minutes. They will sizzle a lot but don't worry and do not move the chicken thighs. If the pot starts to smoke or smells like the chicken is burning, reduce the heat a little (see Cook's Note).
- Flip chicken thighs and cook the other side until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the onions to pot. Cook, stirring, until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and herbs and cook, stirring, until the onions and garlic are lightly browned. Add the wine, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot (the wine will help loosen the bits).
- IF USING CANNED BEANS: Return the chicken thighs, skin-side up, to the pot, nestling them between the onions. Add enough chicken stock to cover the onions and garlic and about 3/4 up the chicken thighs, letting the chicken skin sit above the stock. Increase the heat to bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer the chicken for 25 minutes.
- Remove 2 to 3 chicken thighs from the pot. Add the beans and stir into the stock. Reposition the chicken thighs in the pot on top of the beans so the chicken skin remains exposed. Return the 2 to 3 chicken thighs to the pot, skin-side up. Add more stock to cover the beans, if necessary. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Carefully stir the greens into the beans, around the chicken, then simmer until the greens are tender, 8 to 10 more minutes.
- IF USING DRIED BEANS: Add the soaked dried beans to the onions and garlic in the pot. Add enough chicken stock to cover the beans by about 2 inches. Increase the heat, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Return the chicken thighs, skin-side up, to the pot, nestling them in the beans slightly so that the skin isn't submerged. Simmer, uncovered, until the beans are tender, adding more stock if the beans start to get too dry, for another 35 minutes. Taste the beans and add salt and/or pepper, to taste. Carefully stir the greens into the beans, around the chicken, then simmer until the greens are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Ladle the beans and greens into shallow bowls then top with the chicken thighs. Add a drizzle of olive oil (for the omega-3 balance!), squeeze of lemon and chopped fresh parsley.
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN AND BLACK BEANS
Originally from Shape magazine and adapted to suit my tastes and simplify the preparation. This is healthy and comforting with a pleasing, but approachable combination of spices that even picky eaters will enjoy. Though full of flavor this is not spicy hot, so feel free to adjust to your own tastes. A word of caution, this makes 6 perfect portions for my weight watching lifestyle but if you have hungry eaters at your table, it may only serve 4 or 5.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 42m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Coat a skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle pepper on chicken and cook in skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, so that the surfaces have a nice brown color and are no longer opaque. Remove the chicken to a plate and return the pan to heat.
- In the same skillet, heat olive oil. Add onion . If the pan become dry, add 2 tablespoons of broth to skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until onion is soft, stirring frequently. In the last minute of cooking, add the garlic.
- Add tomato sauce, remaining broth and rum to skillet and mix well. Add green and/or red pepper, reserved chicken and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15 min or until chicken is tender and liquid has thickened.
- Stir in beans and heat another 2-3 minutes Place rice on large platter and top with chicken and bean mix.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.3, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 43.9, Sodium 334.4, Carbohydrate 53.1, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 27.6
ONE-POT CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CILANTRO-LIME-BLACK BEAN RICE
One-pan chicken thighs with cilantro-lime-black bean rice -- flavorful, delicious, gluten-free dinner! Very easy to make, everything is done in 1 pot, on stovetop, no need to turn on the oven! Just let the rice cook in the juices from the chicken thighs and in the chicken broth (or vegetable broth). The rice come out super delicious, and the chicken thighs are perfectly moist, tender, and flavorful!
Provided by MattLeslie
Categories Meat and Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season skin side of chicken with salt and pepper. Place in the hot skillet, skin-side down. Cook until golden brown but not burned, about 5 minutes. Flip, reduce heat to medium, and sear until golden brown on the other side, about 2 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet.
- Combine chicken broth, rice, water, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in the same skillet. Bring to a boil and mix well. Place the chicken on top, forming wells in the rice. Reduce heat to low. Cover with a lid and simmer until rice is tender and chicken is no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Remove chicken from skillet. Mix in black beans, cilantro, and lime juice. Serve together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1221 mg, Sugar 1 g
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to ensure that the chicken thighs and black beans have enough space to cook evenly.
- If you don't have chili powder, you can substitute a combination of paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chili powder to taste. If you like your food spicy, add more chili powder. If you prefer a milder dish, use less.
- Serve the chicken thighs with rice, quinoa, or your favorite side dish.
- Garnish the dish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Chicken Thighs with Spicy Black Beans is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, and the black beans are perfectly cooked and slightly spicy. The dish is also very versatile, so you can easily adjust the ingredients to your liking. For example, you could add different vegetables, such as corn, bell peppers, or onions. You could also use a different type of bean, such as kidney beans or pinto beans. If you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's packed with flavor, this is the one for you!
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