If you want a dinner that is loaded with both protein and fiber make these Chipotle Chicken Thighs With Cilantro Lime Sauce. This meal has 57 grams of protein 22 grams of fiber per serving. In addition, it is ready in just 30 minutes and is made in one pot minus blending up the sauce.
For more yummy chicken thigh recipes try my mediterranean chicken thighs or my lemon parmesan chicken thighs.
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Why you'll love this one pot chipotle chicken with black beans
High in protein, fiber and healthy fats. Chicken thighs, black beans and avocado pack this meal with nutrients.
Easy to make. Besides the sauce this meal is made in one pot and it takes only 30 minutes to make.
Packed with flavor. This meal has the perfect balance of spice, acidity and creaminess.
Great for meal prep: This meal keeps great in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Salt
- Chipotle powder
- Cumin
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Black pepper
- Avocado oil
- Black Beans
- Black beans
- Red onion
- Red bell pepper
- Garlic
- Salt
- Cumin
- Chipotle powder
- Avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Greek yogurt
- Water
- Lime juice
- Garlic
- Black pepper
- Salt
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions
- Chicken: Boneless skinless chicken breasts can be used instead of thighs. Just adjust the cooking time as needed to avoid overcooking them.
- Black beans: Pinto beans would be an easy substitute for black beans.
- Greek yogurt: If you want to make this dairy free feel free to use a thick vegan yogurt like coconut.
- Bell pepper: Any color bell pepper will work.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Blend together the sauce.
Sear the chicken thighs.
Storage instructions
You can store the extra chicken thighs in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 4 days.
Recipe Pro-Tips
Use an instant-read thermometer and cook the chicken to 175-180°F for the perfect cook.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain its juices.
Use a good quality pasture raised chicken for the best tasting meal.
Recipe FAQS
Yes, this recipe stores well and is perfect for meal prep.
Yes, just use a dairy free yogurt.
This recipe has a mild kick but is not too spicy.
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Chipotle Chicken Thighs With Cilantro Lime Sauce
Equipment
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
Chicken
- ~1.25 lb boneless + skinless chicken thighs Should be 4 chicken thighs total
- 1-1 ¼ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- black pepper to taste
- 1-2 tablespoons avocado oil for cooking, can sub olive oil but avocado oil is better for searing
Beans
- 1 can black beans - drained
- 1 small red onion - finely chopped
- 1 large red bell pepper - diced can sub another color pepper if desired
- 2-4 cloves garlic - minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 can black beans - drained
Cilantro lime Avocado Sauce
- 1 small avocado - peeled and seed removed
- ¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro
- ⅓ cup greek yogurt
- 2-4 tablespoons water to thin adjust to your thickness prefernce
- juice from 1 lime about ¼ cup juice
- 1 clove garlic
- black pepper to taste
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add all avocado sauce ingredients to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Set aside.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and coat with seasoning on both sides.
- Heat oil on a skillet over medium high heat. Sear chicken for 7-8 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Chicken thighs are hard to overcook and actually taste better when cooked to about 175-180 degrees.
- Remove chicken from skillet once cooked and lower heat to medium. Add red onion and bell pepper. Cook for 7 minutes. Add garlic and seasoning, cook for another 3 minutes.Add black beans, toss to combine and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Slice chicken thighs. Form bowls with black beans and chicken and top off with sauce.
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