Side Chicken Of Beans And Rice, Red Or Green Recipe

MEXICAN FOODS

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Start by chopping the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

2. 2

   Cook the Chicken

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent. Then add the chopped red and green bell peppers and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the Beans and Rice

   Stir in the black beans and cooked white rice to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Mix well and allow it to heat through for about 3-4 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

5. 5

   Serve the Dish

   Slice the cooked chicken thighs and serve them on a plate alongside the beans and rice mixture. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with a wedge of lime for squeezing over the top.