Pioneer Woman Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe
This Pioneer Woman Mexican Chicken Casserole recipe is a hearty, cheesy, and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for family dinners. Packed with shredded chicken, cheese, and bold Mexican flavors, it's an ideal weeknight meal or potluck favorite. The casserole comes together quickly, making it a go-to recipe for busy evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 10 corn tortillas, torn into pieces
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, Rotel tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, taco seasoning, and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the tortilla pieces, then spread half of the chicken mixture on top.
- Repeat the layers with remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro (optional), and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Add a can of black beans or corn for extra texture and flavor.
- Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg