SOUTHWEST CHICKEN BAKE

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Flavorful and juicy chicken pieces bake with layers of salsa, black beans, and brown rice for a weeknight meal that's light but hearty.

Provided by Kraft

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kraft Natural Shredded Cheese

Time 41m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ½ tablespoons TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
1 cup canned no-salt-added black beans, rinsed
½ cup frozen corn
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
½ cup KRAFT Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Four Cheese
2 ⅔ cups hot cooked long-grain brown rice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Add seasoning mix to chicken in medium bowl; toss to evenly coat.
  • Heat dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 min. or until evenly browned. Spoon into 1-1/2-qt. casserole; cover with layers of beans, corn, onions and salsa.
  • Bake 20 min. Top with cheese; bake 5 min. or until melted. Serve over rice.

Nerse123 Nerse
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This is the best chicken recipe I have ever made. Thank you for sharing it!


Ronald Cook
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Wow! This dish is amazing. The flavors are incredible.


Gopal Limbu
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This recipe is a keeper. I will definitely be making it again.


Nel Masangkay
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


RAHAMIN SK
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My kids loved this dish! They ate it all up.


Tariq Jaber
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Gangster Wife
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The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for.


Muhammad Alameen Abubakar
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This dish is perfect for a party or potluck.


Md Masum
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Mexican food.


Osajere Beauty
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This is a great recipe to experiment with different spices and vegetables.


Waqas Baloch
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I added a can of corn to the recipe and it gave it a nice sweetness.


Mohammad Altaf
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I substituted black beans for the pinto beans and it was just as delicious.


lamar lamar
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I love that this recipe is healthy and flavorful.


Hicham Habba
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The leftovers are even better the next day!


Ali. Akber Ssejgjj
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This dish is so easy to make and it is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Sechele Bruce
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I have made this recipe many times and it is always a hit with my family and friends.


Syeda Zarakazmi
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This recipe is a winner! I love the combination of flavors and the chicken is so tender and juicy.