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Mexican Chicken Casserole

Quick Mexican Chicken Casserole: A Family Comfort Meal

Enjoy a delightful Mexican Chicken Casserole packed with vibrant flavors and comfort, perfect for family dinners, ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cups Crushed Tortilla Chips Substitute with Dorito Nacho Cheese chips for extra flavor.
  • 1 cans Black Beans Do not drain for added richness.
  • 2 cups Chopped Cooked Chicken Using rotisserie chicken makes it quicker.
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Mix it into the soup for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Avoid adding water or milk.
  • 1 can Rotel Tomatoes Use undrained for moisture.
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1 cups Shredded Jack Cheese Melts beautifully for gooey texture.
  • 1 cups Shredded Medium Cheddar Cheese Contributes sharp flavor.
For Garnishing
  • 1 cups Diced Tomato Freshens up the dish.
  • 0.5 cups Cilantro Chop finely for brightness.
  • 1 units Jalapeños Optional for heat.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican Chicken Casserole
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Sprinkle 1 cup of crushed tortilla chips evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. Evenly distribute the black beans and chopped cooked chicken over the tortilla chips.
  4. Blend the cream of chicken soup with ground cumin and spoon over the layers.
  5. Pour undrained Rotel tomatoes over the creamy layer, then sprinkle cheeses on top.
  6. Add remaining crushed tortilla chips on top of the cheese layer.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbling and cheese is golden.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and diced tomatoes; add jalapeños if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 9gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Can customize with various vegetables and proteins to suit preferences. Store in fridge for up to 3 days or freeze without chips before baking.

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