Description
This Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering. Packed with flavorful ingredients and topped with melted cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 small corn tortillas, cut into quarters
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Combine ingredients: Add shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with chilies, salsa, taco seasoning, cumin, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer casserole: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the tortilla pieces, chicken mixture, and cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving, if desired.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or plant-based meat instead of chicken.
- For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free cheese.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice, or top with Greek yogurt or avocado when serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
