Description
This Cheesy Southwest Chicken and Rice Casserole combines tender chicken, zesty spices, and creamy cheese into a delicious one-pot meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 can black beans
- 1 cup corn
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, combine cooked chicken, rice, chicken broth, cheese, black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and bell peppers. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat and let it cook for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat, let it rest for a few minutes, then serve.
Notes
- Using pre-cooked chicken saves time and enhances flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: chicken
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70
Keywords: casserole, chicken, rice, cheesy, southwest