Chicken Bake with Black Beans and Salsa
Get ready for a flavor-packed dinner with this easy and hearty Chicken Bake with Black Beans and Salsa! This one-pan recipe stars tender, seasoned chicken breasts nestled on a bed of protein-rich black beans, all smothered in zesty salsa and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Infused with simple spices like cumin and garlic powder, every bite is bursting with Tex-Mex goodness. The dish comes together in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, it’s vibrant, comforting, and versatile—serve it as-is, or elevate it with tortillas, rice, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal. Whether you're cooking for family or entertaining guests, this chicken bake promises to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 can Black beans
- 1.5 cups Salsa
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, ground black pepper, ground cumin, and garlic powder. Rub the seasonings evenly onto the chicken.
In the prepared baking dish, spread the black beans (drain and rinse them first) in an even layer.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the black beans.
Pour the salsa evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is covered. Use more salsa if desired.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve the chicken bake warm as is or pair with rice, a green salad, or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1752 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 68.3 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 748 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
