Name: Mexican Charred Chicken & Black Bean Protein Bowls
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2.5 lbs total); 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp ground cumin; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and quartered; 1 large red onion, sliced into thick rounds; 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt; 1 lime, cut into wedges; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Mexican Charred Chicken & Black Bean Protein Bowls

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This Mexican Charred Chicken & Black Bean Protein Bowl is your go-to for a delicious, high-protein dinner that supports your goals of weight loss and muscle gain. Inspired by classic Mexican flavors, the dish features juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts and vibrant veggies, both charred over an open flame to add smoky depth and irresistible grill marks—a nod to traditional techniques. Creamy Greek yogurt brings a tangy, light finish, while black beans round out the meal with extra plant protein and fiber. Each bowl is satisfying, colorful, and packed with flavor, making it a dinner you’ll look forward to all week.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. While heating, pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the chicken breasts.
Lightly brush both sides of the bell peppers and onion rounds with 1 tbsp olive oil. Place peppers and onions directly over the flames and char until nicely blackened and tender, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Brush chicken with remaining olive oil. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and well-charred. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thickly.
While chicken cooks, warm black beans in a saucepan over low heat until heated through.
Assemble each bowl: Divide black beans among 4 bowls. Top with sliced grilled chicken, charred peppers, and onions. Add a dollop of Greek yogurt, a lime wedge, and scatter with cilantro.
Serve immediately, squeezing lime over everything just before eating for extra brightness.