Quick and Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Quick and Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole—a comforting, flavor-packed dish that brings the best of Mexican-inspired cuisine right to your table! Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe layers tender shredded chicken, creamy sour cream, zesty salsa, black beans, sweet corn, and gooey Mexican cheese blend between soft flour tortillas. A sprinkle of taco seasoning adds bold, smoky flavors, while fresh cilantro (optional) provides the perfect garnish. Ideal for busy nights, this casserole is a one-pan wonder that’s simple to prepare, bakes to golden perfection, and serves as a hearty meal for six. Perfect for fans of cheesy casseroles, Mexican flavors, and effortless family dinners!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup Salsa
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 can Black beans
- 1 cup Corn kernels
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 6 whole Flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Shred the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Add salsa, sour cream, taco seasoning, black beans (drained and rinsed), and corn to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or oil.
Step 5
Layer 2 flour tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish, tearing them as necessary to cover the surface.
Step 6
Spread one-third of the chicken mixture over the tortillas evenly, then sprinkle with one-third of the shredded Mexican cheese blend.
Step 7
Repeat the process for two more layers, ending with a cheese layer on top.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Top with chopped cilantro (if desired) and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1935.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3960.5 |
| Total Fat 231.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 128.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 914.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7847.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 216.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.2g | |
| Protein 281.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 102.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 4373.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1004.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories