Southwestern Chicken Casserole

Name: Southwestern Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: TexMex
Ingredients: 1.5 cups minute brown rice (uncooked (white or brown minute rice will work)); 1.5 cups chicken broth; 1/2 medium yellow onion (finely diced); 10 oz. frozen corn (thawed); 15 oz. canned black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch chunks (raw)); 16 oz. jar salsa (any spice level works!); 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 cup Colby Jack cheese; optional toppings: shredded Colby Jack cheese (Greek yogurt, salsa, and green onions.)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:1h

This Southwestern Chicken Casserole calls for chicken breast, salsa, beans, and amazing southwestern spices. It's made 100% in a casserole dish in under an hour.

Updated at: Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:48:58 GMT