How to Make Southwest Chicken Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Southwest Chicken Casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for feeding a crowd or for a cozy family dinner. This popular casserole is a comforting blend of tender chicken, hearty black beans, zesty tomatoes, sweet corn, and gooey cheese, all brought together with a kick of Southwest-inspired spices and flavors.

One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility. You can easily customize it to fit your family's tastes by adjusting the level of spiciness, adding...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (5 ounce) can chicken chunks, drained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • 2 cups instant rice

Information

  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, chiles, soup, cheese, onions, salt, pepper and water and pour the mixture into a microwave safe 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  • Add the rice. The mixture should be the consistency of soupy pancake batter.
  • Cover the dish with a lid or plastic wrap and microwave for about 15 minutes (depending on the microwave). Serve with mexicorn and green salad if desired.
  • Nutrition

    544 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 1355mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 438mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 245mg