Fast Chicken Over Black Beans And Rice

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup salsa, or to taste
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
• 2 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins


• bring rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. allow rice to stand covered for about 10 minutes.
• mix salsa with black beans in a microwave-safe bowl, and cook in microwave oven on high until hot, about 2 minutes; stir once or twice during heating.
• divide cooked rice into individual serving bowls.
• top the rice with black bean mixture, chicken strips, and cheddar cheese; garnish with fresh cilantro and dollops of sour cream.