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Mexican Chicken Casserole

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Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican Chicken Casserole, a comforting dish that brings warmth to any family dinner or gathering. This casserole is layered with tender chicken, hearty black beans, and a medley of cheeses, all atop a crunchy base of crushed tortilla chips. With its quick prep time and satisfying taste, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. Customize it with your favorite veggies and spices to suit your family’s preferences. Get ready to enjoy this delicious one-dish wonder that will have everyone asking for seconds!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 10 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups crushed tortilla chips
  • 15 oz black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 21 oz cream of chicken soup (2 cans)
  • 10 oz can Rotel tomatoes (undrained)
  • 2 cups shredded jack cheese
  • 2 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
  • 1 tomato (diced)
  • 1 bunch cilantro (chopped)
  • Optional: jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 13×9 casserole dish.
  2. Spread about 1 cup of crushed tortilla chips in the bottom of the dish.
  3. Layer the chopped chicken and black beans over the chips.
  4. Mix the cream of chicken soup with ground cumin; spread over the layers without adding any liquid.
  5. Top with undrained Rotel tomatoes, followed by both types of cheese and remaining crushed chips.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with diced tomato and chopped cilantro before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/10 of casserole (approximately 250g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg