High Protein Southwest Chicken Casserole
A hearty, comforting casserole packed with protein, featuring chicken, zesty salsa, and sweet corn—a true taste of the Southwest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 1 cup basmati rice (uncooked)
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1.5 lbs chicken breasts (skinless & boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 14 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 12 oz can corn (drained)
- 16 oz jar salsa
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Pre-cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Cook the cubed chicken seasoned with chili powder, paprika, and black pepper until browned.
- Mix in the cooked rice, black beans, corn, and salsa.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake covered with foil at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to incorporate different spices or veggies based on your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, high protein, southwestern, comfort food, easy weeknight dinner