This canned black beans recipe was so easy and so tasty! I’ve only cooked dry black beans once, and from the result, I prefer the canned black beans (I may need to experiment with other recipes).
Black beans add a rich (healthy-looking) color to any dish. They are also flavorful. You can make a quick meal out of them or add them to practically anything! It’s great having a few cans stored in the kitchen for that purpose. 🙂
Ingredients:
- 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
- about 1 tsp. minced garlic (1-2 cloves)
- about 1/4 C. chopped parsley
- meat from 1 chicken thigh, cooked (about 1/2-3/4 C. cubed chicken)
- kosher salt and ground black pepper
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans with liquid
- about 1 tsp. lemon juice
Instructions:
- Heat a small pan to medium heat. Add olive oil and carefully swirl around to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.
- Add garlic, parsley, cubed (pre-cooked) chicken, and salt and pepper. Cook for 1-3 minutes, stirring frequently so the garlic doesn’t burn.
- Stir in the can of black beans (no need to drain) and lemon juice. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 4 minutes, or until you reach your desired consistency.
We ate our black beans and chicken topped with a little cheddar cheese with corn chips on the side. Also served a green smoothie with this dish, you know, to get in some fruits and veggies. 🙂