Smoky Tex-Mex Fiesta Dinner
Discover this smoky, sizzling Tex-Mex feast that brings the taste of a Friday-night tailgate or weekend roadside diner to your table. This celebrity pitmaster's secret recipe features chicken fajitas served with black beans, rice, and cilantro, perfect for your next dinner party.
Allergens
Wheat, Dairy
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups cooked white rice 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 3 tbsp taco seasoning mix 8 corn tortillas (6
- inch)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or stovetop griddle to medium high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with half of the taco seasoning mix and cook on the grill for 5 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine black beans, remaining taco seasoning mix, and 1/4 cup water. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Warm tortillas on the grill or stovetop for 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble fajitas by placing a slice of chicken on each tortilla, followed by black beans, rice, cheese, and cilantro. Fold in half and serve immediately.
Chef’s Insight
This recipe is all about balancing flavors and textures - from the smoky, tender chicken to the creamy rice and crunchy tortillas, each bite brings a different sensation.
Notes
Adjust the amount of taco seasoning mix according to your preferred level of spiciness.