BLACK BEAN CHICKEN BOWL WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

Black Bean Chicken Bowl with Citrus Vinaigrette image

The key to this flavorful meal-in-a-bowl is the Cuban mojo-inspired vinaigrette. Instead of traditional sour oranges, I've used a combination of regular orange juice and vinegar for that sweet-sour tang, plus a hefty dose of garlic. The mixture doubles as a fast marinade for the chicken and as a finishing sauce after the bowls are assembled for a fresh pop of flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup converted white rice
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, plus more for topping

Steps:

Preheat the broiler. Cook the rice as the label directs; cover and set aside to keep warm. Meanwhile, whisk the orange juice, 3 tablespoons each vinegar and olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl. Toss the chicken with 3 tablespoons of the vinaigrette, 1/2 teaspoon oregano and a pinch of salt on a rimmed baking sheet (set aside the remaining vinaigrette). Let marinate at room temperature, 10 minutes.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add the beans, garlic, cumin and remaining 1/4 teaspoon oregano; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the garlic is just softened, 1 minute. Add 2/3 cup water and the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are softened but still saucy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro.
Meanwhile, broil the chicken until lightly charred and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Top each serving of rice with the beans and chicken. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette and top with more cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 104 milligrams, Sodium 688 milligrams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 3 grams