Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Cozy Cheesy Chicken Taco Casserole


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A warm, comforting casserole filled with layers of crispy tortilla chips, juicy chicken, and melted cheese, perfect for family gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) creamy soup (cream of chicken or your favorite alternative)
  • 1 cup spicy salsa
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 3 cups crunchy tortilla chips
  • Sour cream (for topping)
  • Diced tomatoes (for topping)
  • Fresh cilantro (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, creamy soup, salsa, and green chilies in a large bowl. Stir until well blended.
  3. Layer half of the tortilla chips on the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortilla chips.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla chips and chicken mixture, finishing with a layer of the chicken.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
  7. Add toppings like sour cream, diced tomatoes, and fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Make it ahead by assembling a day in advance and refrigerating it. Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg