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Southwest Black Bean Skillet

A hearty and colorful skillet meal packed with nutrients from sweet potatoes and black beans, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 cups sweet potato, peeled and diced Use fresh sweet potatoes for best flavor and texture.
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 4 oz can diced green chiles, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Add more for spiciness.
  • 1 ¾ cups chicken or vegetable broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Topping, melts beautifully.
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, combine rice, salsa, sweet potatoes, black beans, green chiles, chili powder, and broth.
  2. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, covered.
  5. Uncover and fluff the mixture with a fork. Stir in lime juice and green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and cover for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.
  7. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

This dish is great on its own or served with tortilla chips. You can also customize it by adding bell peppers, corn, or different types of beans.