CHICKEN, SALSA AND RICE CASSEROLE

Chicken, Salsa and Rice Casserole image

Provided by taraluvsspicy82

Categories Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
1 (6 ounce) package Spanish rice mix (i use lipton or knorr)
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
2 cups frozen sliced bell peppers
1/2 small onion, diced
2/3 cup salsa
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded cheese blend

Steps:

cook rice according to package.
preheat oven to 325.
in a large skillet saute chicken in oil about 10 minutes. season with chili powder and cajun seasoning.
add peppers and onion, saute about 5-7 minutes until veggeies get tender.
add salsa and bring to boil. once boiling add corn, lower heat and simmer anouther 7 minutes.
remove from heat and combine with rice.
pour into casserole dish and top with cheese.
bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 65.2, Sodium 390.3, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 23.5