Fiesta Chicken Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with Tex-Mex flavor, this fiesta chicken casserole is a one-pan weeknight dinner the whole family will love. Easy, hearty, and full of bold ingredients!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
3 cups cooked and shredded chicken (e.g., rotisserie)
1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
1 cup sour cream
12 oz short pasta (like rotini or penne)
1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
Salt, to taste (optional)
Cooking spray or oil (for greasing casserole dish)
Instructions
Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Cook pasta: Boil pasta in salted water for 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and set aside.
Mix sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, salsa, and taco seasoning until smooth.
Combine ingredients: Add shredded chicken, corn, black beans, and 1 cup of cheese to the sauce. Stir to mix.
Add pasta: Fold in cooked pasta until fully coated.
Assemble casserole: Spread mixture in the prepared dish and top with remaining 1 cup of cheese.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Rest and serve: Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Add veggies like bell peppers, spinach, or diced tomatoes for extra color and nutrition.
For spice lovers, use hot salsa or toss in jalapeños.
Substitute pasta with cauliflower florets for a low-carb version.
Make it dairy-free with plant-based sour cream and cheese.
Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/fiesta-chicken-casserole/
