Description
A comforting casserole combining shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and cheese, enveloped in smoky salsa for a delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, cooked rice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread this flavorful mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
- Generously top the casserole with the shredded cheese.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with crushed tortilla chips for an added crunch.
Notes
Consider pairing with a fresh side salad or guacamole. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: casserole, Mexican, chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal