Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a cheese blend)
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup salsa
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine quinoa/rice, chicken, black beans, corn, bell peppers, and onion.
- Add garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Stir in salsa to moisten the mixture.
- Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro or avocado if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Use low-fat cheese for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: high protein, casserole, chicken, quinoa, healthy recipe