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Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe

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This Mexican Chicken Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish combining layers of crunchy tortilla chips, seasoned chicken, black beans, creamy soup, tomatoes, and melted cheeses. Perfectly baked until bubbly and topped with fresh cilantro and jalapeños, this casserole is a crowd-pleasing meal that requires minimal prep and offers a comforting taste of Mexican-inspired cuisine.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups crushed tortilla chips (or Dorito Nacho Cheese chips, divided)
  • 15 oz. black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 21 oz. cream of chicken soup (2 (10.5 oz) cans, DO NOT add any water or milk)
  • 10 oz. can Rotel tomatoes (undrained)
  • 2 cups shredded jack cheese
  • 2 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
  • 1 tomato (diced)
  • 1 bunch cilantro (rinsed and chopped)
  • Jalapeños (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13×9-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Layer Chips: Lightly crush the tortilla chips and sprinkle about 1 cup evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a crunchy base layer.
  3. Add Chicken and Beans: Evenly layer the chopped cooked chicken and drained black beans on top of the crushed chips.
  4. Mix and Spread Soup Mixture: Stir the ground cumin into the cream of chicken soup without adding water or milk. Spread this mixture evenly over the chicken and beans using a spatula, then distribute the undrained canned Rotel tomatoes on top of the soup layer.
  5. Add Cheese and Top Chips: Sprinkle the shredded jack cheese and medium cheddar cheese evenly over the tomato layer. Then, top with the remaining 2 cups of crushed tortilla chips.
  6. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is fully melted and slightly golden.
  7. Garnish: Remove the casserole from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes for a fresh and vibrant finish.
  8. Serve: Serve immediately with fresh jalapeño slices on the side for added spice, if desired.

Notes

  • Do not add water or milk to the cream of chicken soup to maintain the casserole’s creamy consistency.
  • Using rotisserie chicken helps save time and adds great flavor.
  • You can use Dorito Nacho Cheese chips instead of plain tortilla chips for a cheesy, flavored twist.
  • Adjust jalapeño quantity or omit based on your spice preference.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated covered with foil to retain moisture.

Keywords: Mexican chicken casserole, tortilla chip casserole, baked chicken casserole, cheesy chicken bake, easy Mexican casserole

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