Peruvian Chicken with Pinto Beans
Peruvian Chicken with Pinto Beans is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines juicy chicken breasts and creamy pinto beans, seasoned with aromatic spices for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, this comforting meal offers restaurant-quality taste using simple ingredients. With its colorful presentation and rich aromas, it’s sure to impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups canned pinto beans, rinsed
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Rinse the pinto beans and chop garlic and onion.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté chopped onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet; sear each side until golden brown (approximately 6-7 minutes per side).
- Stir in rinsed pinto beans, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth to cover the mixture; bring to a gentle simmer while scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with beans (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added variety, substitute pinto beans with black beans or lentils. - Adjust seasoning levels based on your spice preference; add chili powder for extra heat.