Smoky Southwest Sheet Pan Chicken with Black Beans

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A hearty sheet pan chicken dish infused with smoky spices and paired with black beans and colorful bell peppers for a quick, flavorful meal. This latin american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs skin-on chicken thighs, black beans, drained and rinsed, medium red bell pepper, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 skin-on chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the chicken thighs on a large rimmed baking sheet. In the same bowl, add 1 cup drained black beans, 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, and 1 sliced red onion. Toss gently with any remaining spice mixture and arrange around the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the chicken skin is crispy and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached, and vegetables are tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the chicken and vegetables. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Smoky Southwest Sheet Pan Chicken with Black Beans take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Smoky Southwest Sheet Pan Chicken with 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 skin-on chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Smoky Southwest Sheet Pan Chicken with 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 Smoky Southwest Sheet Pan Chicken with 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 Smoky Southwest Sheet Pan Chicken with Black Beans?

Latin American 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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