Description
Hearty Mexican chicken casserole delivers a fiesta of flavors that dance across your palate with zesty spices and comforting textures. Cheesy, layered goodness promises a delightful meal you’ll savor to the last bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie)
- 2 cups Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz / 285 g) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained
- 1 cup frozen corn (thawed) or 1 can corn, drained
- 3 cups crushed tortilla chips or 8 small flour tortillas, torn
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Base: Create a flavor-packed foundation by thoroughly blending shredded chicken, black beans, corn, Rotel, sour cream, salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper into a harmonious mixture.
- Layer Foundation: Generously coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray, then craft the first stratum by spreading crushed chips or tortillas across the bottom, creating a crisp base.
- Build First Layer: Lavishly distribute half of the seasoned chicken mixture over the chip foundation, followed by a generous sprinkle of cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Construct Final Layer: Repeat the layering process with remaining chips and chicken mixture, crowning the casserole with a final blanket of cheese for maximum flavor and golden-brown appeal.
- Bake and Transform: Shield the casserole with foil and slide into a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven. Bake for 25 minutes, then unveil and continue cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts into a bubbling, enticing surface.
- Rest and Garnish: Allow the casserole to settle for 5-10 minutes, letting flavors meld and intensify. Optional: embellish with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, or diced avocado for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Layer crushed chips or tortillas carefully to create a crisp base that doesn’t become mushy during baking.
- Swap chicken with ground turkey, shredded beef, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences or variety.
- Adjust chili powder and cumin quantities to match personal heat tolerance without compromising overall flavor profile.
- Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-packaged for smoother melting and better texture during the final uncovered baking stage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg