Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole

Get ready to bring the bold, vibrant flavors of Mexico straight to your kitchen with this Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole! This crowd-pleasing dish features tender shredded chicken, savory black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, all layered with creamy sour cream, hearty rice, and tangy taco seasoning. Topped with a generous layer of melted Mexican blend cheese, this comforting casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple, bake-and-serve method, it’s as effortless as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor, and let this cheesy, flavor-packed dinner become your new family favorite! Perfect keywords include Mexican casserole recipe, easy chicken casserole, and quick family dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 1 can Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can Corn kernels, drained
• 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 can Cream of chicken soup
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a light layer of oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and cooked rice.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix together the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and taco seasoning until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the sour cream mixture into the bowl with the chicken and vegetables, then stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Top the casserole with the shredded Mexican blend cheese, spreading it evenly across the top.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Optional: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro for garnish before serving to add a burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2428.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3497.7

Total Fat 151.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 947.7mg	0%
Sodium 8779.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 307.7g	0%

Vitamin D 73.2IU	0%
Calcium 2325.9mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 3458.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 35.4%

Carbs: 25.4%