Using a hand mixer to shred the chicken speeds up the process and achieves a great texture., This recipe can be doubled for meal prep and stores well in the refrigerator or freezer., Serve over rice, tortillas, pasta, or cornbread for variety., Add cream cheese near the end of cooking for a creamier texture., Chicken thighs or tenderloins can substitute the breasts., Use pinto or kidney beans as alternatives to black beans., Salsa can substitute for diced tomatoes with green chiles., Ingredients can be cooked in an Instant Pot or grilled in a foil pack as variations., Leftovers can be repurposed as burritos, soups, or burrito bowls., Toss in additional vegetables like zucchini or green peppers to increase nutrition.