Chicken Taco Casserole Recipe:The Best Cheesy Family Dinner
This cozy, cheesy chicken taco casserole is a weeknight favorite — easy to assemble, family-approved, and full of bold taco flavors in one baked dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie or pre-cooked
- 8-10 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups salsa or enchilada sauce
- 1 cup black beans optional
- 1 cup corn kernels optional
- 1/4 cup chopped green chiles or jalapeños optional
- 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese optional for creaminess
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- Shred chicken and season with taco seasoning.
- Spread a thin layer of salsa or sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Layer tortillas (tear to fit if needed), seasoned chicken, black beans or corn (if using), cheese, and spoonfuls of salsa.
- Repeat layers 2 to 3 times, finishing with a generous cheese topping.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Cover with foil if browning too fast.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best texture, use just enough sauce (about 1/4 cup per layer). Strain salsa if it's watery. Prep ahead and refrigerate unbaked for up to 24 hours. Great with toppings like sour cream, tomatoes, jalapeños, or crushed tortilla chips.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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