Mexican Chicken Casserole

  • 4

Ingredients

  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup chunky salsa
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 2- to 2 1/4-pound deli-roasted chicken
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeno peppers (1 ounce)
  • Dairy sour cream (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a small bowl, stir together beans, ¼ cup of the salsa, and the cumin. Divide bean mixture among four individual au gratin dishes or casseroles; set aside.

2. Cut chicken into quarters. Place one piece on bean mixture in each dish. Spoon remaining ¼ cup salsa evenly over chicken pieces. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.

3. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through. If desired, serve with sour cream.