Description
Hearty Mexican chicken casserole delights families with layers of spicy comfort. Rich flavors blend tender chicken, cheese, and zesty seasonings, promising a satisfying meal you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (720 ml) chicken, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 cups (480 ml) tortilla chips, crushed
- 1 can (15 oz/425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz/425 g) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 oz/285 g) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 1 can (10 oz/285 g) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp (5 ml) chili powder
- 1 tsp (5 ml) cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Carefully prepare the oven by heating it to 350F (175C) for optimal casserole baking.
- Create a robust flavor foundation by combining shredded chicken with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and a harmonious blend of chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Establish the first textural layer in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish by evenly distributing half of the crushed tortilla chips across the bottom.
- Generously spread the seasoned chicken mixture uniformly over the initial chip layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Enhance the casserole’s richness by scattering a generous layer of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses across the surface.
- Complete the architectural structure by sprinkling the remaining crushed tortilla chips as a crispy crown.
- Slide the assembled casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a bubbly texture and fully melted cheese.
- Allow the casserole to rest and slightly cool for a few minutes before serving to help it set and intensify flavors.
Notes
- Choose rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for maximum flavor and easy preparation.
- Swap corn tortilla chips with whole wheat or gluten-free chips to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Make the casserole spicier by adding diced green chiles or jalapeños for extra kick.
- Prepare the dish ahead of time and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve for convenient meal planning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg