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5 from 3 votes

Southwest Blackened Chicken and Beans

7 Green, 2 Blue, and 2 Purple points per serving!
Makes: 4 servings
Calories: 299
Author: Alisha Hughes

Ingredients

  • 3 teaspoons Mrs. Dash Southwest Chipotle seasoning
  • 4 (4 ounce each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup Tostitos chunky salsa
  • 1/4 cup reduced fat shredded Mexican cheese

Instructions

  • Rub Mrs. Dash seasoning on both sides of the chicken.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet. Cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-6 minutes each side, or until the juices run clear. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • Rinse and drain the beans.
  • Add beans, corn, and salsa to the pan and cook about 3-4 minutes.
  • Sprinkle one tablespoon cheese on the chicken and allow it to melt. If it does not melt you can microwave the chicken with the cheese on it for 15-30 seconds.
  • Serve 1/2 cup of the bean mixture with 4 ounces chicken.