Skinny Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa

• 2 cups cooked chicken, cubed or shredded

• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1 3/4 cups salsa

• 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chiles

• 1/2 cup corn kernels, frozen, canned or roasted

• 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

• salt & pepper to taste, as needed

• 1 cup shredded cheese, divided

• Optional garnish: diced avocado, tomato and fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. and prepare an 8x8 or 2 to 2 1/2 quart baking dish by using nonstick cooking spray.

2. In a large bowl, mix together brown rice or quinoa, chicken, salsa, green chiles, corn, black beans, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic salt and 1/2 cup shredded cheese.

3. Spread the mixture into prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese. Bake uncovered until bubbly and the cheese is melted, approximately 15 minutes.

4. Serve immediately, garnished with the avocado, tomato and cilantro, if desired.

5. Enjoy!