Salsa Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 cuncooked long grain white rice
$0.33
- 1 cfrozen corn kernels
thawed, $0.52
- 115oz. can black beans
$1.39
- 116oz. jar salsa
$1.99
- 1 cchicken broth
$0.15
- ½ tbspchili powder
$0.10
- ½ tspdried oregano
$0.03
- 2chicken breasts
about 1.5 lbs. total, $2.99
- 1 cshredded cheddar cheese
$0.94
- 2green onions
sliced, $0.17
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Drain and briefly rinse the black beans. Add the dry rice, black beans, corn, salsa, chicken broth, chili powder, and oregano to an 8×8 inch casserole dish. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- 2
Cut the chicken breasts into three pieces each. Push the chicken pieces down into the rice salsa mixture in the casserole dish. Try to push them down as far into the liquid as they’ll go. Cover the casserole dish tightly with foil. Bake for one hour.
- 3
Take the casserole dish out of the oven, test the rice with a fork to make sure it is tender. If it is not, recover the dish, return it to the oven, and bake for 10-15 minutes more. When the rice is tender, sprinkle the cheese over top and return the casserole to the oven for a few minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Add the sliced green onions on top after baking and serve hot.
Salsa Chicken Casserole
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About this Recipe
Craving a flavorful, fuss-free dinner that practically cooks itself? This Salsa Chicken Casserole is your answer, delivering robust taste in one easy dish. It’s the ultimate weeknight solution for a satisfying family meal.
This Salsa Chicken Casserole is a true weeknight hero, requiring minimal effort and cleanup thanks to its genius one-dish baking approach. All the ingredients meld together beautifully, creating layers of savory, slightly spicy flavor that truly satisfy. The magic happens as the long grain white rice cooks directly in the sauce, absorbing every bit of deliciousness.
You can look forward to a hearty, comforting meal where tender chicken and fluffy long grain white rice soak up rich, zesty salsa and savory chicken broth. Each bite offers a delightful combination of sweet corn, earthy black beans, and the creamy sharpness of melted cheddar, all tied together with warm chili powder and aromatic oregano. The casserole emerges from the oven golden and bubbly, promising a satisfying dinner with bold, vibrant flavors that brighten up any table. It's designed for maximum flavor with minimal fuss, making it perfect for those busy evenings when you need a hearty, home-cooked meal without the stress.
While this recipe shines as is, you can easily customize the salsa to a mild or spicier variety based on your heat preference. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro as a garnish would also make a bright, herbal addition for serving alongside the green onions.
This hearty Salsa Chicken Casserole is perfect for a comforting family dinner on any weeknight. Serve it warm straight from the baking dish for a complete and satisfying meal that everyone will love.