Description
A comforting casserole layered with tender chicken, wholesome rice, and a medley of flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the cooked chicken, uncooked rice, chicken broth, black beans, corn, salsa, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large baking dish.
- Mix these ingredients well to ensure every element is perfectly blended.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese generously on top, and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg