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Chicken Taco Casserole: A Flavor-Packed One-Pan Meal

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  • Author: Raven
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Chicken Taco Casserole is a flavorful, cheesy, and crunchy one-pan meal that combines all the best elements of tacos into a simple baked dish. Made with shredded chicken, creamy sauce, melted cheese, and crispy tortilla chips, this casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or Taco Tuesday. It’s easily customizable with different toppings, spices, and add-ins, and it can be prepped ahead for convenience. Whether served with classic taco toppings or paired with rice and beans, this dish is a satisfying, crowd-pleasing comfort food that’s quick to make and even better as leftovers.

Ingredients

  • Cream of chicken soup
  • Chunky-style salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
  • Diced green chilies
  • Sour cream
  • Chicken taco seasoning mix
  • Shredded white meat chicken
  • Seasoned black beans (drained)
  • Crushed tortilla chips
  • Shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, salsa, diced green chilies, sour cream, and taco seasoning.
  3. Add the shredded chicken and drained black beans, stirring until fully combined.
  4. Spread half of the chicken mixture evenly in the baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle 2½ cups of crushed tortilla chips over the first layer.
  6. Add the remaining chicken mixture over the chips.
  7. Top with shredded Colby Jack cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and the remaining crushed tortilla chips.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead Option: Assemble the casserole a day in advance and refrigerate before baking.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Freezing Instructions: Freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, or microwave individual servings for 1-2 minutes.
  • Customizations: Swap tortilla chips for Doritos or Fritos, add jalapeños for heat, or mix in corn and bell peppers for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

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