Name: Chicken & Black Bean Tacos with Roasted Tomatillo Salsa
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 8 small corn tortillas; 3 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed; 1 small jalapeño, stemmed; 1/2 small white onion; 2 cloves garlic, unpeeled; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1 lime, cut into wedges; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tsp olive oil

Chicken & Black Bean Tacos with Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

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These Chicken & Black Bean Tacos bring together the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food with a healthy, high-protein twist. Juicy chicken breast and fiber-rich black beans create a satisfying filling, while a homemade roasted tomatillo salsa adds fresh, smoky, and tangy notes. The charred salsa technique is inspired by Mexico’s taco stands, delivering depth and complexity with minimal effort. Balanced in creamy, crunchy, spicy, and acidic elements, these tacos are both delicious and aligned with your low-calorie, high-protein goals—perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels like a fiesta.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your broiler to high. On a baking sheet, place tomatillos, jalapeño, onion, and unpeeled garlic. Broil for 6-8 minutes, turning once, until charred and softened. Peel garlic.
Transfer roasted vegetables and garlic to a blender with cilantro and a big pinch of salt. Blend until mostly smooth for a roasted tomatillo salsa. Set aside.
While veggies broil, pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Let rest 3 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
Add black beans to the same skillet and warm over medium heat, stirring, 2-3 minutes.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until pliable.
To assemble: Layer chicken and black beans on each tortilla. Spoon salsa on top, and garnish with lime wedges. Serve immediately.