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Chicken Taco Casserole

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This Chicken Taco Casserole Recipe offers a delightful fusion of flavors that transforms your traditional taco night into a hearty, comforting meal. Packed with seasoned chicken, black beans, and zesty lime juice, this casserole is a family favorite that comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time. Topped with gooey cheddar cheese and customizable toppings like fresh avocado and spicy jalapeños, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. Easy to make ahead and reheat, this one-dish wonder guarantees satisfaction for everyone around the table.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Rinse black beans and dice the onion and bell pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, sour cream, lime juice, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning; mix well.
  4. Layer black beans in a casserole dish, followed by the diced peppers and onions. Spread the chicken mixture over it.
  5. Top with remaining cheese and garnish with green onions.
  6. Bake for 28–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg