Description

Mexican Chicken Black Beans and Rice is a quick and easy casserole that takes minutes to prepare and is guaranteed to please!

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie works well)

2 cups cooked brown and wild rice mix (can also add quinoa)

1 can (4 ounce) chopped green chiles, drained

1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup corn, fresh or frozen (no need to thaw the frozen corn)

1/2 cup salsa (I like to use Pace Picante, medium), plus more for serving

1/2 cup sour cream (regular or low fat)

1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

5 to 6 chopped green onions, white and some of the green part

3 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

3 teaspoons chili powder

1/4 to 1/2 garlic powder

kosher salt, to taste

fresh ground pepper, to taste

Prepared guacamole

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 2 quart baking dish with olive or grapeseed oil (an 8 by 8- or 7 by 11-inch dish works well).
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients using only 1/2 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Spread evenly in the prepared dish and top with the remainder of the Cheddar cheese. Bake for around 25 minutes or until heated through. Serve additional salsa and prepared guacamole on the side.

Notes

Make ahead: Casserole can be prepared earlier in the day, covered and refrigerated. Can also be frozen for up to 1 month. Bring to room temperature before baking, and increase cook time by around 5 minutes.