Description
A comforting and delicious Mexican Chicken Casserole, perfect for family gatherings with layers of chicken, beans, cheese, and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups boneless chicken (breast or thighs), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 2 cups cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack), shredded
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the diced chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt; cook until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in the canned tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Let simmer for a few moments.
- In a baking dish, layer some of the chicken mixture, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of cheese. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 25-30 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with zucchini or mushrooms. Experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, Mexican, chicken, family meal, comfort food, easy recipe