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Natalie Robinson

Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe

A healthy Southwest chicken casserole recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a one-pan dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 6
Course: dinnar
Cuisine: American
Calories: 387
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 cup black beans cooked rinsed & drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn defrosted
  • 16 oz jarred salsa
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large casserole dish (12x9), lay down white rice, minced garlic, onion and chicken broth. Stir until combined.
  3. Add chicken breasts, black beans, corn, salsa, chili powder and paprika on top. Try to keep the rice on the bottom and covered so it can cook correctly.
  4. Top with cheddar cheese.
  5. Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
  6. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Notes

Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cups casserole | Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 339mg | Potassium: 851mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 720IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 188mg | Iron: 2mg