Mexican Chicken I

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
35%
Mexican Chicken I
45 min.
6
311kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious, hearty meal that captures the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine, look no further than this Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Mexican Chicken I! Perfectly suited for both lunch and dinner, this dish showcases tender, juicy chicken breasts paired with a medley of bold flavors. With a delightful combination of black beans, salsa, and spices, it offers a satisfying yet healthy option for the entire family.

This recipe not only pleases the taste buds but is also a nutrition powerhouse, packing in 311 calories per serving. Each bite is an explosion of flavor, thanks to the aromatic chili powder and smoked cumin that bring warmth to the dish. The addition of sweet red bell peppers adds a lovely crunch and vibrant color, making this meal as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Whether you're preparing a comforting weeknight dinner or entertaining friends on the weekend, this Mexican Chicken is sure to be a hit. It's easy to prepare, and by leveraging the oven, you can sit back and relax while the magic happens. Serve it alongside a warm bed of rice to soak up all the delicious juices, and you'll have a delectable meal that everyone will rave about. Your taste buds are in for a treat!

Ingredients

  • 30 ounce black beans rinsed drained canned
  • tablespoons chili powder 
  • cloves garlic crushed
  • tablespoons ground cumin 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • large bell pepper red chopped
  • 20 ounce salsa 
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • casserole dish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  2. Arrange the chicken pieces in a 3 quart casserole dish or a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Combine the salsa, red bell pepper, cumin, lemon juice, chili powder and garlic.
  4. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  5. Pour the black beans on top and cover.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  7. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein44%
Fat12.57%
Carbs43.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.17
Glycemic Load
0.52
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.63999990795%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.68kcal
15.53%
Fat:4.45g
6.84%
Saturated Fat:0.88g
5.52%
Carbohydrates:34.54g
11.51%
Net Carbohydrates:21.3g
7.75%
Sugar:5.13g
5.7%
Cholesterol:72.32mg
24.11%
Sodium:1343.79mg
58.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35g
69.99%
Vitamin B3:14.41mg
72.03%
Vitamin B6:1.26mg
62.78%
Selenium:39.75µg
56.78%
Vitamin C:44.54mg
53.99%
Fiber:13.24g
52.96%
Phosphorus:448.41mg
44.84%
Vitamin A:2165.47IU
43.31%
Potassium:1255.09mg
35.86%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.11%
Iron:5.44mg
30.24%
Folate:109.33µg
27.33%
Magnesium:108.41mg
27.1%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.8%
Vitamin B5:2.19mg
21.88%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.8%
Copper:0.42mg
20.9%
Vitamin E:2.89mg
19.28%
Zinc:1.91mg
12.72%
Calcium:114.07mg
11.41%
Vitamin K:8.49µg
8.08%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.77%
Source:Allrecipes