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Mexican Chicken Casserole

Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole for a Cozy Family Dinner

This Mexican Chicken Casserole blends shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and cheese for a delightful family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken a hearty base, bringing comfort and protein to the dish.
  • 1 cup canned black beans packed with fiber and delightful texture, drain and rinse for freshness.
  • 1 cup corn kernels sweet and crunchy, fresh, frozen, or canned all work.
  • 1 cup salsa thick and chunky for bold flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning enhances classic Mexican flavors.
  • 1 cup sour cream richens the casserole and balances the spices.
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend gooey, melty top layer.
  • 1 cup sliced black olives adds a salty brininess on top.
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro brightens the dish and adds freshness.
  • 2 cups crushed tortilla chips or torn soft tortillas provides that crunch with every bite.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn kernels, salsa, taco seasoning, and sour cream. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips or torn tortillas evenly across the bottom of your greased baking dish.
  4. Spoon half of the chicken mixture over the layer of tortilla chips and sprinkle with the Mexican cheese blend.
  5. Repeat with the remaining tortilla chips and chicken mixture, finishing with the remaining cheese.
  6. Scatter the sliced black olives over the top layer of cheese.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for quick weeknight dinners and can be customized with favorite toppings or sides.

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