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One-Dish Chicken, Pinto Bean, and Corn Bake
A hearty baked casserole of seasoned chicken, rice, pinto beans, tomatoes, corn, and cheddar.
- Calories
- 640
- Protein
- 43g
- Carbs
- 72g
- Fat
- 18g
Per serving
Ingredients
For 4 servings · 45 min total
- boneless skinless chicken thighs16 oz
- long-grain white rice1 cup
- pinto beans1 can
- canned diced tomatoes2 can
- frozen corn1 cup
- shredded cheddar cheese1 cup
- yellow onion, sliced1/2 lb
- low-sodium chicken broth2 cup
- ground cumin1 tsp
- garlic powder1 tsp
- smoked paprika1 tsp
Instructions
- 1Heat the oven and place the rice, broth, tomatoes, corn, beans, onion, cumin, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a baking dish.
- 2Nestle the raw chicken into the mixture and cover the dish tightly with foil.
- 3Bake until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part.
- 4Remove the foil, sprinkle with cheddar, and bake briefly until the cheese melts.
- 5Let the casserole rest before serving.
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