This fun and stackable dish is simple, delicious, and goes over well with all ages. It’s great for get-togethers as everyone can share in the fun by bringing a topping. With so many food groups incorporated, this meal is not only hearty, but heart healthy.
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup Chicken, shredded
- 1 tablespoon chili powder (less or more according to your taste)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup salsa
Prepare following items and place in individual bowls on table:
- 1 (14.5 ounce) package good quality corn tortilla chips
- 1 head iceberg lettuce – rinsed, dried, and shredded OR 1 pkg spring mix lettuce
- 2 – 3 large tomatoes, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 – 2 lg avocados, chopped
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack or Cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- salsa (your favorite)
Directions
- In frying pan, saute shallot in oil
- When translucent stir in cumin and chili powder
- When incorporated stir in beans, corn, chicken
- Add salsa, stir, and let come to a simmer
- Heat through on low
- While this is heating prepare the toppings
These are easy to make and are always a hit. Chips are the base. Then each person starts with the bean/corn/chicken mixture then adds what they want. Very satisfying and good for you. Enjoy!
About the author:
Julie M. has been a Coach-Net Member since 2014. Julie recently wrote in to us with a sincere and heart-felt request for healthier recipes. She commented that “if we all encourage better eating we will all live longer and be able to RV longer. ” She then, thoughtfully, sent in one of her favorites healthy recipes. Thank you Julie and Happy RVing!