Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole (Printable Version)

Savory blend of chicken, enchilada sauce, rice, beans, corn, and melted cheese in a baked dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - ¾ cup finely diced yellow onion
02 - ¾ cup finely diced red bell pepper, seeded and stemmed
03 - 1 ½ tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ Spices & Seasonings

04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Pantry

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 ½ cups uncooked jasmine rice
10 - 2 cups chicken broth
11 - 19 ounces enchilada sauce, divided (1 cup for cooking rice, 1 ⅓ cups for mixture)
12 - 15.5 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 15.25 ounces whole kernel yellow corn, drained

→ Meat & Dairy

14 - 3 cups pre-cooked shredded chicken breast
15 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar-jack cheese

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a 9x13 inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
02 - In a medium 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add diced yellow onion, red bell pepper, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables soften.
03 - Add jasmine rice, chicken broth, and 1 cup of enchilada sauce to the saucepan. Stir to combine and bring to a boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
04 - Reduce heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Cook undisturbed for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed.
05 - Remove lid and gently fluff rice with a fork.
06 - Transfer rice to a large bowl. Add remaining enchilada sauce (approximately 1 ⅓ cups), shredded chicken, black beans, and corn. Stir thoroughly until ingredients are uniformly coated.
07 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish. Evenly distribute shredded sharp cheddar-jack cheese over the top.
08 - Bake uncovered at 375°F for 15 minutes or until cheese is fully melted.
09 - Remove from oven and optionally sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Using a tight-fitting lid is essential to properly steam the rice.
02 - Allow the rice to cook undisturbed to ensure even texture and absorption.

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