Chicken Taco Casserole
Chicken Taco Casserole is a comforting, one-dish meal that combines tender chicken, zesty taco seasoning, and gooey cheese for a delightful family dinner. This easy recipe layers shredded chicken with black beans, corn, and flavorful spices, all topped with crispy tortilla chips and fresh cilantro. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in the baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Cool slightly and shred.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.
- Layer half of the mixture in the baking dish; add half of the cheese on top. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes; uncover during the last 5 minutes to brown the cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg