Mexican Chicken Casserole: Easy Comfort Food for Cozy Nights
Enjoy a warm and hearty Mexican Chicken Casserole, perfect for cozy nights with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 12 tortillas, cut into strips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, chili powder, and cumin.
- Layer half of the tortilla strips in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then half of the cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and finish with cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the ingredients based on your preference.
- Use lean chicken breast for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mexican, Chicken, Casserole, Comfort Food