Pan-Seared Chicken with Spiced Citrus and Black Bean Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

Juicy chicken breasts pan-seared to golden perfection, topped with a vibrant black bean salsa brightened by fresh orange and lime juice. This Mexican-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each). In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly onto both sides of the chicken.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: While chicken rests, combine 1 cup drained and rinsed black beans, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 minced small jalapeño in a bowl. Stir gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Serve the sliced chicken breasts topped with the black bean salsa for a refreshing and hearty finish.