Southwest Casserole

2 cups cooked rice

1.5 cups of cooked, diced chicken

1 can (15oz) black beans drained, rinsed

1 can (15oz) corn drained

1 can (15oz) diced tomatoes slightly drained

1 Tbs. cilantro

1 tsp. ground cumin

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. oregano

1 Tbs. chili powder

Combine ingredients in a large bowl and mix.

4 Tbs. butter

4 Tbs. flour

1 cup milk

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/4 tsp. black pepper

1/2 tsp. salt

1 cup cheese

In a saucepan melt butter over medium-low heat; stir in flour until well blended and thick. Gradually stir in milk, chicken broth, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until thick and bubbly. Stir into chicken mixture.

Pour into a 2 quart casserole dish sprayed lightly with cooking spray. Bake at 350 for 20-25 min. Sprinkle with cheese 5-8 min before done.