Chili Chicken, Kale & Quinoa Casserole

INGREDIENTS

1 cup

quinoa, uncooked

3 cups

cooked chicken, diced or shredded (rotisserie chicken breast is fine)

14 oz

can black beans, drained & rinsed

12 oz

can or 1 + 1/2 cup corn, drained

kale leaves, finely chopped

1/2 cup

cilantro + more for garnish, chopped

1/2 cup

green onions + more for garnish, chopped

1 cup

salsa, low sodium

1 cup

tomato sauce

2 tsp

chili powder

2 tsp

cumin

1 tbsp

garlic powder

3 cups

Tex Mex (blend of mozzarella & cheddar is OK) cheese, divided

Jalapeno pepers to taste (optional)

Cooking spray (I use Misto)