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Ground Chicken Taco Casserole Recipe

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This Ground Chicken Taco Casserole is a quick and flavorful one-dish meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Ground chicken is seasoned with taco spices and combined with beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, roasted corn, and tender corn tortilla strips, topped with melted Mexican cheese. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole offers a comforting Tex-Mex twist that’s both hearty and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Protein & Vegetables

  • 1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken
  • 15 oz can Beans (such as black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed if preferred)
  • 10 oz can Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles
  • 1 cup (170g) Frozen Roasted Corn

Liquids & Seasonings

  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning (or use homemade seasoning blend: chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper)
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth or Water

Carbohydrates & Dairy

  • 6 Extra Thin Corn Tortillas, cut into thin strips
  • 4 oz Shredded Mexican Cheese blend (such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a pre-shredded Mexican blend)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare skillet: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC). Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
  2. Cook ground chicken: Add the ground chicken to the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes without stirring to brown one side, then break apart and continue cooking until fully browned and no pink remains, about 5-6 minutes total.
  3. Add seasoning and mix: Sprinkle the taco seasoning or your homemade spice blend over the cooked chicken, stirring well to evenly coat the meat. Then add the entire can of beans (undrained), diced tomatoes with green chiles, frozen roasted corn, and chicken broth or water. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Incorporate tortillas and top: Gently fold in the corn tortilla strips to the mixture in the skillet, making sure they are evenly distributed. Spread the mixture evenly in the skillet or transfer to a casserole dish, then sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese evenly on top.
  5. Bake the casserole: Place the skillet or casserole dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tortilla strips around the edges begin to brown slightly, indicating a crispy texture.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, and serve with salsa macha or hot sauce, sour cream or nonfat Greek yogurt, and any other preferred toppings to enhance flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • The taco seasoning packet can be substituted with a homemade blend for a lower sodium or customized flavor.
  • Use low-fat shredded cheese to reduce fat content if desired.
  • Beans can be rinsed before adding if you prefer a less saucy casserole.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
  • For added heat, incorporate jalapenos or chipotle peppers in adobo sauce into the mixture before baking.

Keywords: ground chicken casserole, taco casserole, Mexican casserole, easy weeknight dinner, chicken taco bake, one dish meal

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