Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large casserole dish (12×9), lay down white rice, minced garlic, onion and chicken broth. Stir until combined.
- 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.
- Top with cheddar cheese.
- Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
- Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Notes
- Use mild or spicy salsa based on your preference.
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southwest
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 387kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 339mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 92mg