Name: Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded); 1 cup cooked rice; 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 can corn (drained); 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies; 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese; 1 packet taco seasoning; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup salsa; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe

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This Mexican Chicken Casserole recipe combines chicken, rice, black beans, and flavorful spices topped with cheese for a hearty, easy meal. Ideal for a family dinner, it's baked to perfection in under 40 minutes. Keywords: Mexican chicken casserole, easy chicken casserole, weeknight dinner, cheesy chicken casserole.

Author: Jessica
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
1 cup cooked rice
1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 can corn (drained)
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 packet taco seasoning
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, rice, beans, corn, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, sour cream, and salsa.
Spread mixture evenly in a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Top with shredded cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

You can substitute brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option.
Add jalapeños or green chilies for extra spice.
Serve with tortilla chips or a side of guacamole

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 780mg

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