High-Protein Bison Black Bean Skillet
Savor lean ground bison, hearty black beans, and zesty salsa topped with melted cheddar in this quick 25-minute high-protein Tex-Mex skillet.
This hearty Tex-Mex skillet pairs richly flavored, lean ground bison with tender black beans and zesty organic salsa. Finished with a blanket of melted sharp raw cheddar, it packs robust Southwestern warmth into an effortless weeknight dinner. It comes together in one pan in under 25 minutes while delivering over 45 grams of protein per bowl.
Ingredients
Every ingredient is a real Clearshelf product, scored- 971 tbsp avocado oil
- 93
- 891 tbsp chili powder
- 901 tsp ground cumin
- 91
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 84
- 90
- 1/2 cup water
- 911 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
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Method
- 1
Warm the avocado oil in a large 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute until shimmering.
- 2
Add the ground bison to the pan, breaking it into bite-sized crumbles with a wooden spoon.
- 3
Season the meat evenly with the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, cooking undisturbed for 3 minutes to allow light browning.
- 4
Stir the bison and continue cooking over medium-high heat for another 3 to 4 minutes until thoroughly browned and no pink remains.
- 5
Pour in the black beans, salsa, and water, stirring well to lift any savory browned bits stuck to the skillet bottom.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a lively simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered for 6 to 7 minutes until the liquid reduces into a thick, glossy sauce.
- 7
Scatter the shredded white cheddar cheese evenly across the top of the skillet, cover with a tight lid, and cook over low heat for 2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling before serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently in a covered skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of water.
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