Rio Rancho Sheet Pan Chicken with Corn and Black Beans

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A vibrant one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, sweet corn, and protein-packed black beans with Southwestern spices. This southwestern-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, corn kernels, (15 oz), rinsed and drained black beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Southwestern cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs on a large sheet pan. Add 1 cup corn kernels, 1 can (15 oz) rinsed black beans, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1 diced onion to the sheet pan. Drizzle with 3 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once after 15 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and vegetables are tender with slight browning.
  3. Step 3: Remove from oven, drizzle with 2 tbsp lime juice and 1 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Rio Rancho Sheet Pan Chicken with Corn and Black Beans take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Rio Rancho Sheet Pan Chicken with Corn and Black Beans?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep corn kernels from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rio Rancho Sheet Pan Chicken with Corn and Black Beans?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Rio Rancho Sheet Pan Chicken with Corn and Black Beans for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Rio Rancho Sheet Pan Chicken with Corn and Black Beans?

Southwestern sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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