Spanish 7 Layer Casserole – a Pantry Recipe

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Spanish 7 Layer Casserole - a Pantry Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

1 hour 40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

435

Sugar

Fat

14g

This Spanish 7 Layer Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a family dinner or potluck. Made with simple ingredients that you're likely to have on hand in your pantry, this casserole is an easy and affordable option that yields a filling and satisfying meal. Packed with creamy layers of cheese, beans, chicken, corn, and rice, this casserole is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. As an added bonus, it can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F
2.	In a large mixing bowl combine the cream of chicken soup, half of the jar of salsa, and cheddar cheese soup. Mix well.
3.	Add in the uncooked rice, whole kernel corn with liquid, and drained black beans. Mix well.
4.	Drain the canned chicken breasts and add them to the bowl. Mix well.
5.	Spread half of the remaining salsa in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish.
6.	Pour the mixture from the bowl into the baking dish.
7.	Add the remaining salsa to the top of the mixture.
8.	Add ½ cup of water to the baking dish.
9.	Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked through.
10.	Uncover the baking dish and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown

PROS

This creamy, hearty casserole is packed with layers of flavor and texture, making it a perfect comfort food.

It’s simple to throw together and uses pantry staples, making it a great option for a quick weeknight dinner.

CONS

This casserole dish is fairly high in sodium and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The dish may also be too spicy for some palates, depending on the salsa used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish isn’t necessarily health food, it does provide a good amount of protein, fiber, and carbs, which can help keep you full and satisfied.
The beans in the dish are rich in dietary fiber and plant-based protein, which can help with digestion, heart health, and inflammation.

	1 can cream of chicken soup
	1 jar salsa , divided
	1 can cheddar cheese soup
	1 cup rice , uncooked
	1 can whole kernel corn , undrained
	1 can black beans , drained ( whole beans , not refried )
	1 can chicken breasts
	1/2 cup water ( optional )