Description
Fiesta Chicken Casserole is a quick, flavorful, and cheesy dish made with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and Mexican spices, topped with melted cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla chips. Perfect for a family-friendly weeknight meal, this easy casserole comes together in just 30 minutes. Enjoy the zesty taste of this easy chicken casserole recipe that combines convenience with bold flavors.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup salsa
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, cumin, and chili powder.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a casserole dish.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and sprinkle crushed tortilla chips on top.
- Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the dish is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Customize this casserole by adding jalapeños for extra spice or swapping cheddar cheese for a Mexican blend.
Leftovers can be used as a taco or burrito filling.
If reheating, consider adding fresh tortilla chips for an extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal