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Southwest Chicken Bake
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 31 Minutes
Ready In: 41 Minutes
Servings: 4
Flavorful and juicy chicken pieces bake with layers of salsa, black beans, and brown rice for a weeknight meal that's light but hearty.
Ingredients:
2 1/2 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
1/2 cup frozen corn
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup taco bell® home originals® thick 'n chunky salsa
1/2 cup kraft mexican style 2% milk finely shredded four cheese
2 2/3 cups hot cooked long-grain brown rice
Directions:
1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Add seasoning mix to chicken in medium bowl; toss to evenly coat.
3. 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.
4. Bake 20 min. Top with cheese; bake 5 min. or until melted. Serve over rice.
By RecipeOfHealth.com