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Chicken Taco Casserole

A cheesy, flavorful Mexican-inspired casserole loaded with chicken, beans, corn, and taco seasoning — the ultimate family-friendly comfort dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Casserole, Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 15 oz
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend divided
  • 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup diced tomatoes for topping
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced optional, for garnish
  • fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
  3. Add shredded chicken, taco seasoning, salsa, beans, and corn. Mix and heat through.
  4. Stir in sour cream to make the mixture creamy.
  5. Layer half the crushed tortilla chips, the chicken mixture, and 1 cup of cheese in baking dish. Repeat layers.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Top with diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro before serving.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut. Great for meal prep or freezing.