Description
Indulge in the delightful Chicken Taco Casserole Recipe that brings all your favorite taco night flavors into one comforting dish. This easy-to-make casserole layers tender, seasoned chicken with black beans, colorful bell peppers, and bubbling cheese for a hearty meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you serve it as a main course or pair it with refreshing sides, this flavorful casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it’s great for meal prep and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy a satisfying and delicious feast tonight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked and diced chicken tenderloins
- 1 can black beans (14.5 oz)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 small white onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- ½ packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Strain and rinse the black beans; dice the onion and red bell pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, sour cream, lime juice, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning until well mixed. Gently fold in ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Spray a 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray. Layer the black beans, onions, and peppers evenly on the bottom of the dish. Spread the chicken mixture over the top and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 28–30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings like sour cream, avocado slices, jalapeños, or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg