Mexican Chicken

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the chicken pieces into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Combine the salsa, red bell pepper, cumin, lemon juice, chili powder, and garlic. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Place the black beans on top and cover the dish. Bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Serve with rice if you like.

Mexican Chicken
Mexican Chicken

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the chicken pieces into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Combine the salsa, red bell pepper, cumin, lemon juice, chili powder, and garlic. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Place the black beans on top and cover the dish. Bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Serve with rice if you like.

  • Preparing Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Served Person: 6
  • Carbohydrate 3.50716583728036 g
  • Cholesterol 68.44 mg
  • Fat 2.23075000139087 g
  • Fiber 1.24926665204742 g
  • Protein 28.0598483344428 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.467404000143285 g
  • Serving Size 1 1 Serving (151g)
  • Sodium 94.4767500338683 mg
  • Sugar 2.25789918523294 g
  • Trans Fat 0.551877666885398 g
  • Calories 151 calories

Step-by-step

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

As a busy housewife, I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes that my family will love. This Mexican Chicken recipe is a lifesaver on those hectic weeknights. Not only is it incredibly simple to prepare, but it's also packed with flavor that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

The combination of salsa, red bell pepper, cumin, lemon juice, chili powder, and garlic creates a rich and flavorful sauce that coats the chicken perfectly. The black beans add a hearty and nutritious element, making this dish a complete meal in itself. Plus, the best part is that it can be served with or without rice, depending on your preference.