Description
A comforting Chicken Taco Casserole packed with tender chicken, zesty spices, and creamy cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded
- 1 (1 oz) packet Taco Seasoning
- ½ cup Water
- 1 (15 oz) can Black Beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can Corn, drained
- 1 (10 oz) can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles, undrained
- 1 (8 oz) container Sour Cream
- 1 (8 oz) block Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Chunky Salsa
- ½ cup Chicken Broth
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- ½ tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 (10 oz) bag Tortilla Chips, crushed
- 3 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
- Non-stick Cooking Spray
- Toppings: Shredded Lettuce, Diced Fresh Tomatoes, Sliced Jalapeños, Sliced Black Olives, Fresh Cilantro, Avocado Slices or Guacamole, Extra Sour Cream, Lime Wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, taco seasoning, and water. Toss until the chicken is coated evenly. Add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes, stirring gently to combine.
- In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Whisk in salsa, chicken broth, cumin, and garlic powder until fully incorporated.
- Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and layer half of the crushed tortilla chips at the bottom. Spoon the chicken mixture over the chips, pressing down to create a firm layer.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken mixture and smooth it out evenly. Top with 2 cups of shredded cheese, then sprinkle the remaining tortilla chips on top, followed by the last cup of cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Offer an assortment of toppings for guests to customize their plates.
Notes
For best results, allow the casserole to sit before serving to meld flavors. Use leftovers wisely by storing in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg