Ingredients
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup uncooked parboiled long-grain brown rice (or long-grain white rice)
- 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 (14 oz) can low sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
- 5 cups shredded chicken
- 3 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
- 1 (4 oz) can mild green chilies
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine the onion, bell pepper, uncooked rice, fajita seasoning, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir to combine.
- Make the Broth Mixture: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the chicken broth, green chilies, tomato paste, and olive oil until well combined.
- Combine Rice and Broth Mixtures: Pour the broth mixture over the rice mixture in the baking dish and stir to combine.
- Add Chicken, Beans, and Corn: Add the shredded chicken, black beans, and corn to the dish. Stir everything together until evenly mixed.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 65-70 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Add Cheese: Once done, remove the baking dish from the oven, take off the foil, and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is slightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve with fresh cilantro, green onion, salsa, and avocado, if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño to the rice mixture.
- You can swap the shredded chicken for ground turkey or beef if preferred.
- This casserole can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Main Course, Casserole, Mexican
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
