Description
This Ground chicken taco casserole combines irresistible flavor and simple prep with layers of chicken, beans, and cheese, making it a perfect comfort food for any dinner occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 15 oz can pinto beans (undrained)
- 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles
- 1 cup frozen roasted corn (170g)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 6 extra thin corn tortillas
- 4 oz shredded Mexican cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook ground chicken until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and broth. Mix well.
- Fold in tortilla strips and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with cilantro or yogurt before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
This casserole can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Substitute ground chicken with turkey or plant-based alternatives for different diets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg