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Cilantro-Lime Chicken Casserole

The Cilantro-Lime Chicken Casserole came together quickly, and the end result is perfection!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 tsp seasoned salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 15 oz. can corn drained
  • 15 oz. can black beans drained
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup onion diced
  • 1 lime juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup cilantro shredded
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp cumin

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Add the oil to a frying pan. Place chicken thighs in pan and sprinkle with seasoned salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Brown chicken on both sides.
  • Combine rice, beans, corn, tomato, and onions in a greased roasting pan.
  • Combine lime juice, zest, chicken broth, cilantro, honey, and cumin in a small bowl.
  • Place chicken on the rice and bean mixture. Drizzle lime mixture over the chicken and rice mixture.
  • Bake at 450 degrees for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.