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Mexican Chicken Casserole

Mexican Chicken Casserole: Family-Friendly Comfort in a Dish

Delight in a flavorful Mexican Chicken Casserole, perfect for family gatherings and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Crushed Tortilla Chips Can be swapped with Doritos for extra flavor.
  • 15 oz Black Beans Drained and rinsed.
  • 2 cups Chopped Cooked Chicken Rotisserie chicken is an excellent option.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 21 oz Cream of Chicken Soup Use 2 cans; do not dilute.
  • 10 oz Rotel Tomatoes Undrained, adds moisture.
  • 2 cups Shredded Jack Cheese Cheddar can be substituted.
  • 2 cups Shredded Medium Cheddar Cheese Any cheese variety can work.
  • 1 Diced Tomato Adds freshness before serving.
  • 1 bunch Chopped Cilantro Parsley can be used as a substitute.
  • Jalapeños Optional for a touch of heat.

Equipment

  • oven
  • 13x9-inch baking dish
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Lightly crush about 1 cup of tortilla chips and layer them in the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Layer chopped cooked chicken and black beans over the crushed tortilla chips.
  4. Mix ground cumin into the cream of chicken soup and spread it over the chicken and beans.
  5. Pour undrained Rotel tomatoes over the creamy soup layer and spread evenly.
  6. Sprinkle shredded jack and cheddar cheese over the casserole and add remaining crushed tortilla chips on top.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly with a golden cheese top.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow leftovers to cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze without chips for up to 2 months.

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