3 Chicken and Black Bean Dinners Families Swear By

When you combine chicken and black beans, magic happens—especially on weeknights. These family-approved dinners are so comforting, you’ll wish every night was taco night. Trust me, you’ll want these recipes on repeat!

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Updated on Fri, 01 May 2026

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Southwest Chicken Power Salad

Southwest Chicken Power Salad
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Tangy lime-cilantro dressing, juicy grilled chicken, and a mix of black beans and corn make this salad a fresh and hearty main dish.

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Chicken Burrito Pasta Bake

Spoon serving of Chicken Burrito Pasta Bake revealing penne, black beans, corn, and shredded chicken in creamy salsa sauce.
Spoon serving of Chicken Burrito Pasta Bake revealing penne, black beans, corn, and shredded chicken in creamy salsa sauce. | dashnosh.com

“My kids licked their plates clean! Next time I’ll double the recipe because it disappeared so fast.” —Jess

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Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl

This Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl features tender chicken and fluffy rice smothered in zesty sauce, ready to enjoy.
This Green Enchiladas Rice Bowl features tender chicken and fluffy rice smothered in zesty sauce, ready to enjoy. | dashnosh.com

Creamy avocado, zesty green enchilada sauce, black beans, and tender chicken come together in this Tex-Mex bowl—perfect for a quick, soul-warming meal.

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