Pan-Seared Chicken with Citrus and Black Bean Salsa

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts topped with a vibrant citrus and black bean salsa that adds fresh, zesty flavors and a hint of spice. This latin american-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 27 minutes blends olive oil, ground cumin, salt into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 medium, peeled and diced orange
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp honey

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each). Season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp ground cumin. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, without moving, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and let rest.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, combine 1 cup drained black beans, 1 diced medium orange (peeled), 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 minced small jalapeño (seeded), 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tsp honey in a bowl. Mix gently until well combined.
4. Step 4: Spoon the citrus and black bean salsa over the rested chicken breasts and serve immediately, enjoying the balance of savory and zesty flavors.