Cheesy Rice Casserole

2 cups hot cooked rice
1 (2.8 ounce) can French fried onions, divided
1 cup sour cream
1 (16 ounce) jar medium salsa, divided
1 cup (4 ounce) shredded Cheddar or
    taco-blend cheese, divided

Combine rice and 2/3 cup French fried onions. Spoon half the rice mixture into a microwave-safe 2-quart shallow casserole. Spread sour cream over rice. Layer half of the salsa and half of the cheese over sour cream. Top with remaining rice, salsa and cheese. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Microwave on high 8 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining onions. Microwave 1 minute until onions are golden.

Yields 6 servings.