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Zesty Layered Fiesta Bake (Chicken Taco Casserole)

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Chicken Taco Casserole is a cheesy, flavorful, and satisfying dish made with shredded chicken, taco seasoning, cream cheese, black beans, and crushed corn chips—perfect for a quick and comforting weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1 ounce package taco seasoning
  • 10.5 ounces can cream of chicken soup
  • 15 ounces can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 10 ounces diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel)
  • 3 cups crushed corn chips
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (about 3/4 bag)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cream cheese, taco seasoning, cream of chicken soup, black beans, and Rotel. Stir until well combined and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Layer half of the crushed corn chips in the bottom of the prepared dish.
  4. Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the chips.
  5. Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded cheese over the chicken mixture.
  6. Top with the remaining crushed corn chips.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven, add the remaining ½ cup shredded cheese, and bake for 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
  9. Serve warm with your favorite taco toppings.

Notes

  • Customize with toppings like sour cream, avocado, jalapeños, or chopped cilantro.
  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time on prep.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 880mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg