Description
This hearty Mexican Chicken Casserole combines shredded chicken, creamy soup, tangy sour cream, and a blend of spices baked with crunchy tortilla chips and melted cheese for a flavorful and satisfying main dish perfect for family dinners or meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or baked)
- 1 (10 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips or 6 small corn tortillas, chopped
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Sliced jalapeños (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, diced tomatoes with green chilies, frozen corn, black beans, 1 cup of shredded cheese, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt until all ingredients are well combined.
- Layer Base: Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips or chopped corn tortillas evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a crunchy base layer.
- Add Chicken Mixture: Pour the chicken mixture over the tortilla base and spread it evenly to cover all the chips.
- Top Casserole: Sprinkle the remaining crushed tortilla chips over the chicken mixture, then evenly distribute the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese on top for a cheesy crust.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown on top.
- Cool and Garnish: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños if desired for added flavor and heat.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add dashes of hot sauce or chopped pickled jalapeños into the chicken mixture.
- Use low-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt as a lighter alternative to regular sour cream.
- This casserole freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep and leftovers.
- Ensure the casserole cools before freezing to maintain texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
