Description
This Southwestern Chicken and Rice Casserole recipe is the perfect combination of hearty and flavorful, making it an ideal choice for a comforting family dinner. Featuring tender chicken, wholesome brown rice, and a mix of southwestern staples like black beans and corn, it’s a deliciously easy way to spice up your meal routine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, plus more for topping
- 4 tbsp taco seasoning
- Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Stir in Greek yogurt and shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish, spreading evenly. Top with additional cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado slices if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños or increase the amount of green chiles.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving, approximate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg