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Mexican Chicken Casserole

Savor the Comfort of Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole

Enjoy a delightful Mexican Chicken Casserole, a family-friendly dinner that combines tender chicken, zesty beans, and creamy cheese for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups crushed tortilla chips or use Dorito Nacho Cheese chips for a fun twist
  • 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken rotisserie chicken is perfect for quick prep
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin adds depth to the flavor
  • 21 oz cream of chicken soup 2 cans
  • 10 oz Rotel tomatoes undrained
  • 2 cups shredded jack cheese gives a melty texture
  • 2 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese for a sharp flavor
  • 1 diced tomato fresh topping for serving
  • 1 bunch cilantro rinsed and chopped
  • jalapeños optional, for added heat
For the Garnish
  • sour cream for topping
  • avocado slices for topping
  • fresh salsa for topping

Equipment

  • 13x9-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread approximately 1 cup of crushed tortilla chips evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Layer the chopped cooked chicken and drained black beans over the tortilla chips.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the ground cumin with the cream of chicken soup without adding any water.
  5. Spread the creamy mixture over the chicken and beans.
  6. Pour the Rotel tomatoes, with their juices, over the soup layer and spread evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded jack cheese and medium cheddar cheese generously over the casserole.
  8. Crumble the remaining crushed tortilla chips over the cheese layer.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  10. Garnish with chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Great for meal prep and can be refrigerated or frozen before baking.

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