Description
Hearty mexican chicken casserole celebrates comfort food with layers of rich flavors. Cheesy, spicy ingredients blend perfectly for a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
Base and Vegetables:
- 6 corn tortillas (cut into strips)
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn (drained)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and prepare a baking dish with non-stick spray.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent and fragrant.
- Add shredded chicken, taco seasoning, and salsa to the skillet, mixing thoroughly until well combined and heated through.
- Create the first layer of the casserole by arranging corn tortillas across the bottom of the baking dish, covering the entire surface.
- Distribute half of the seasoned chicken mixture evenly over the tortilla layer.
- Sprinkle black beans, corn kernels, and a generous amount of shredded cheese on top of the chicken.
- Repeat the layering process with another set of corn tortillas, remaining chicken mixture, beans, corn, and cheese.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly surface.
- Remove from oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to set.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve alongside sour cream, guacamole, or sliced jalapeños for added zest.
Notes
- Choose lean chicken breast for a healthier protein option that keeps the dish light and nutritious.
- Swap corn tortillas with whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting salsa type or adding extra jalapeños for those who love spicy flavors.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to make assembly quick and streamline the cooking process, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg