Description
Cuban Chicken & Black Bean Rice Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal that combines tender marinated chicken, fluffy rice, hearty black beans, and zesty lime. This dish is perfect for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, offering a delightful culinary experience reminiscent of Cuba’s rich flavors. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, these bowls promise to impress your family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 fresh limes (juice only)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Mix lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, and olive oil in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse rice until water runs clear. Combine rice with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 18 minutes until fluffy.
- Heat rinsed black beans with a pinch of cumin and salt in a small pot over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Layer rice in serving bowls, top with sliced chicken and warm black beans. Garnish with chopped cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using jasmine rice instead of long-grain white rice. Feel free to swap black beans for pinto beans or add corn for additional sweetness.