Description
This Chicken Taco Casserole is the ultimate weeknight dinner: cheesy, flavorful, and loaded with tender chicken, beans, and veggies. Perfect for a quick, family-friendly meal with all the classic taco flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins, cooked and diced (or chicken breast/rotisserie chicken)
- 1 can black beans, 14.5 oz
- 1 can diced tomatoes, 14.5 oz
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp green onions, diced
- Cooking spray
- To Serve: sour cream, avocado slices, jalapeño slices, tortilla chips, salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, black beans, diced tomatoes, onion, red bell pepper, taco seasoning, shredded cheddar, sour cream, lime juice, and green onions. Mix until evenly combined.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with optional toppings: sour cream, avocado slices, jalapeño slices, tortilla chips, and salsa.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving shortcut.
- Customize toppings based on your family’s preferences.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for 2–3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American