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    Home » Recipes » 30-Minute Meals

    By Amy · Published: Nov 11, 2017 · Updated: Mar 9, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 8 Comments

    BBQ Chicken and Black Bean Tacos

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    So zesty and flavorful, no one will ever know you threw these BBQ Chicken and Black Bean Tacos together in under 30 minutes!

    Overhead view of three barbecue chicken and black bean tacos on a cutting board.

    Yessssss!  The shortcut here is using a store-bought rotisserie chicken (or leftover shredded chicken).  I love rotisserie chickens because they’re so versatile in recipes, budget-friendly and time-saving.

    It doesn’t get much easier than this when it comes to a quick dinner the whole family will love!

    Three chicken and black bean tacos with cilantro on a wooden cutting board.

    We’ve been working the past few nights getting prepared for our annual fish stew party, so the last thing I wanted to do was spend a ton of time in the kitchen.  One night we ordered takeout and another night I made these tacos.

    The combination of barbecue sauce (use your favorite), chili powder and cumin tossed with shredded chicken is a perfect match with the black bean and veggie mixture… so tangy and packed full of flavor!

    An overhead closeup of three BBQ chicken and black bean tacos.

    Top it off with sour cream and fresh cilantro for the quickest and easiest Taco Tuesday next week… enjoy! 

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    BBQ Chicken and Black Bean Tacos

    Using a few shortcuts, these zesty and flavorful tacos are on the table in less than 30 minutes!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: bbq chicken and black bean tacos
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Amy

    Ingredients

    • 2 teaspoons olive oil
    • 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
    • 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
    • 1 cup frozen corn thawed or 1 cup drained canned corn (whole kernel)
    • 1 cup canned black beans rinsed and drained
    • 3 cups fully cooked shredded chicken
    • ½ cup barbecue sauce your favorite
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
    • 8 flour or corn tortillas 6 inch
    • Sour cream and/or fresh chopped cilantro optional toppings

    Instructions

    • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.  Add bell pepper and jalapeno.  Cook until tender (about 5 minutes), stirring often.  Add corn and black beans.  Stir to combine and continue to cook until warmed (stirring occasionally) for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.  Set aside.
    • Place shredded chicken in a medium microwave-safe bowl.  Add barbecue sauce, chili powder and cumin.  Stir until combined and chicken is evenly coated.  Loosely cover with a paper towel and microwave on high for 1 to 1 ½ minutes, or until heated.
    • Warm tortillas according to package directions.  Spoon chicken mixture in equal amounts in each tortilla and top with black bean and vegetable mixture.  Top with sour cream and fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

    Notes

    Adapted from Cooking Light

    Nutrition

    Calories: 527kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 1034mg | Potassium: 752mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1246IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 5mg

    If provided, nutritional info is a courtesy, is not guaranteed and should only be considered as a guideline.

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    1. Julia says

      August 21, 2018 at 2:28 pm

      5 stars
      Made these last night and they are definitely going to be a regular meal for us. Can’t believe how EASY they are and simply delicious! Thanks so much for sharing.

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        August 22, 2018 at 7:51 am

        Thanks so much, Julia! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Missy says

      August 07, 2018 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      I picked up a rotisserie chicken in the deli and made these tacos for dinner. Oh. My. Goodness. It was so easy and all the kids just raved about them! It’ll be our go-to recipe for taco Tuesdays!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        August 07, 2018 at 2:17 pm

        Thanks so much, Missy… go happy to hear everyone enjoyed them! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Ramona says

      June 27, 2018 at 2:51 pm

      5 stars
      I make these on busy week nights and my family loves them! Your delicious, but quick and easy recipes are a life saver!!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        June 28, 2018 at 7:49 am

        Thanks so much, Ramona… you made my day! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

      November 12, 2017 at 10:32 pm

      Store bought rotisserie chicken is a life saver. These quick and easy tacos look delicious!! I’ve got to make them this week!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        November 13, 2017 at 8:46 am

        I totally agree about the rotisserie chicken and thanks so much, Thao… hope you enjoy! 🙂

        Reply

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