Cowboy Chicken Casserole

This hearty Cowboy Chicken Casserole is a crowd-pleasing comfort food dish packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, perfect for feeding the whole family. Tender, seasoned chicken breast is combined with fluffy white rice, black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chiles, all baked to bubbling perfection under a blanket of gooey cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions. The addition of sour cream brings a creamy richness to the casserole, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a pop of brightness. Ready in just under an hour, this easy-to-make casserole recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this one-dish wonder is a must-try for anyone craving a Southwest-inspired comfort classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken breast
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 2 cups Cooked white rice
• 1 cup Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Frozen corn kernels, thawed
• 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chiles (10 oz can)
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Crispy fried onions
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and garlic powder.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked white rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chiles (along with their juices), shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/2 cup for topping), and sour cream. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top, followed by the crispy fried onions.

Step 7

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the onions are crispy.

Step 8

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1864.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2926.3

Total Fat 146.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 629.2mg	0%
Sodium 7364.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 204.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1591.6mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 2930.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 28.3%