Black Beans & Rice with Chicken and Apple Salsa

My daughter told me about this recipe.  It is so delicious and good for you!  I love the fresh flavors of the apple salsa and the zip of the lime juice.  I really liked the mixture of the different flavors and textures. This is definitely one we will have again soon!



Black Beans & Rice with Chicken and Apple Salsa
from Our Best Bites


1 c chopped peeled Granny Smith apple
1/4 c chopped cilantro, divided
1/3 c finely chopped red onion, divided
2 limes
1/3 c finely chopped green bell pepper
1-2 TBSP olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
 1 tsp chili powder
3/4 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp cumin
1 13.5 ounce can chicken broth
2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups cooked brown or white rice
1 rotisserie chicken, or 4 grilled chicken breasts
4-6 lime wedges

Combine apple, cilantro, 2 TBSP onion, and the juice from half a lime.  Sprinkle with a little kosher salt and black pepper.  Set aside.

Combine remaining onion, bell pepper, and oil in a large skillet.  Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until completely softened, 6-7 minutes.  Add garlic and next 3 ingredients; stir constantly for 2 minutes (I only cooked it for about 30 seconds so the garlic wouldn't burn).  Stir in broth and beans; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to medium; simmer briskly, mashing some of the beans with the back of a spoon or fork, stirring often, until sauce is thickened, 8-10 minutes.  Season with salt and pepper to taste and a big squeeze of lime juice (I put in a lot!)  Divide rice and beans among plates.  Top with some chicken and apple salsa.  Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges.  Serves 4-6.

Comments

Unknown said…
Glad you liked it! Beautiful photo mom!
Looks delicious. Thanks for sharing.
Mary Bergfeld said…
This sounds delicious. I am new to your blog, so I took some time to browse through your earlier posts. I'm so glad I did that. I really like the food and recipes you share with your readers and I'll definitely be back. I hope you have a great day.Blessings...Mary
Judy and KC said…
Mary - I'm so glad to hear from you! I also went to your food blog and enjoyed looking through your many yummy recipes. I am honored that you took the time to check out my food blog. Great to hear from a fellow foodie!