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Creamy Mexican Rice & Chicken Dinner Casserole

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and easy-to-make casserole combining creamy Mexican rice and succulent rotisserie chicken, perfect for family dinners.


Ingredients

  • 2 (6.4oz) boxes Mexican style rice
  • 1 small rotisserie chicken, pulled
  • ½ cup chunky salsa
  • â…“ cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 (15oz) can black beans, rinsed & drained
  • 1 (15oz) can corn, drained
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend


Instructions

  1. Cook the Mexican style rice according to package instructions, ensuring to include the required butter and water. This typically takes around 15 minutes.
  2. Once the rice is cooked, stir in ½ cup of chunky salsa, ⅓ cup of sour cream, and about a tablespoon of taco seasoning until well combined.
  3. While the rice simmers, preheat your oven to 350°F, and take this opportunity to shred the rotisserie chicken as well as rinse and drain the beans and corn.
  4. Transfer the creamy rice mixture into the greased baking dish. Top it with the black beans and corn, spreading them evenly.
  5. Layer the pulled chicken on top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake the casserole uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese begins to brown and bubble.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional spices or toppings. Garnish with fresh herbs for enhanced flavors.