One Skillet Mexican Rice Casserole

One Skillet Mexican Rice Casserole

from makingthymeforhealth.com
5 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 red bell pepper, cored and diced
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained (or 1 jalapeno, diced)
  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen and defrosted
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 12 ounces salsa or enchilada sauce
  • 1 and 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese*
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese*
  • serving suggestions: fresh cilantro, diced green onions, avocado

Directions

  1. 1

    Start by warming the oil in a large skillet (mine is 3 quarts) over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes, then add the spices (cumin to oregano) and stir together. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes. Next add the red pepper and the green chilies and stir together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes then add the drained and rinsed beans, corn, salsa, and rice. Stir everything until well-combined. Turn the oven to broil then top the mixture in the skillet with the shredded cheese. Place the skillet in the oven and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly on top. Serve warm with diced green onions, cilantro, and/or avocado.