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Easy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole

Easy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole for Cozy Nights

A comforting dish featuring layers of flavorful chicken, rice, and enchilada sauce for a delightful cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup rice uncooked
  • 1 can enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven
  • spatula

Method
 

Assembly Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, rice, beans, corn, bell pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
  3. Spread half of the enchilada sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. Layer the chicken mixture and top with remaining enchilada sauce.
  5. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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