Skillet Chicken with Black Beans and Peppers

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb chicken thighs
• 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans
• 2 bell peppers
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 fresh lime
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Season chicken thighs with salt, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika.

2. 2

   Heat avocado oil in a large skillet and sear the chicken skin-side down until deeply golden, about 6 minutes; flip and cook 4 more minutes, then remove.

3. 3

   Sauté sliced onion, bell peppers, and garlic in the same pan until softened.

4. 4

   Add diced tomatoes and drained black beans; nestle the chicken back in skin-side up.

5. 5

   Simmer uncovered 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.

6. 6

   Finish with lime juice and cilantro; serve straight from the pan.