Description
Chicken Tortilla Casserole is a delightful, crowd-pleasing dish that combines layers of seasoned chicken, crispy tortilla chips, and gooey cheese, all topped with zesty salsa. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to make but also customizable with your favorite ingredients. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this recipe will transform any meal into a festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 4 cups tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheese (1 cup cheddar, 1 cup Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced chicken, cumin, and chili powder; cook until chicken is no longer pink (7-10 minutes).
- Mix in black beans and corn until heated through.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the tortilla chips, half of the chicken mixture, and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Pour salsa over the top and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation. For added flavor and nutrition, consider mixing in bell peppers or different types of beans. Let the casserole rest before serving to enhance flavor melding.