Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Chicken Taco Casserole Recipe, a heartwarming dish that combines all the elements of taco night into one easy-to-make casserole. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe features tender chicken, zesty spices, and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and a cooking time of 30 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an added flair, and watch as it becomes a family favorite at dinner tables across the board.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked and diced chicken
- 1 can black beans (14.5 oz)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 small white onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- ½ packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Rinse the black beans and dice the onion and red bell pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, sour cream, lime juice, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning; fold in half the cheese.
- Spray a casserole dish and layer with beans, then peppers and onions.
- Spread chicken mixture on top and sprinkle remaining cheese.
- Bake for 28–30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve garnished with sour cream, avocado slices, jalapeños, and tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg