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Southwestern Chicken and Rice Casserole (Freezer Friendly)

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: dinner
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rice any kind
  • 15 oz can Black Beans or Chili Beans drained (or 2 cups Cooked Beans)
  • 1 can Whole Kernel Corn drained
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded (or any cooked meat or meat substitute)
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • ½ cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded (or any cheese)
  • Toppings: Avocado Sour Cream, Grape Tomatoes, Hot Sauce, Chips, etc.

Method
 

  1. In a 8x11 or 9x13 casserole dish combine cooked rice, beans, corn, salsa, and cumin. Stir until completely combined. Top with cheese.
  2. Bake at 350° until cooked through, about 25-30 minutes.
  3. Serve in a bowl and top with sour cream (or Greek yogurt), avocado, and hot sauce. Serve with chips or as is!

Notes

*If freezing, follow step 1, then cover with wax paper and then foil, and freeze for up to 3 months.
* From frozen, bake at 350° for about 60 minutes or until cooked through