Description

A deliciously simple and comforting Chicken Nacho Casserole recipe that packs rich Mexican flavors and crunch in every bite. This quick-to-make dish features layers of tender chicken, cheesy goodness, black beans, and tortilla chips baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a family dinner or a potluck hit, this casserole will become an instant favorite!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 (1-ounce) packet Old El Paso Taco Seasoning

For the Casserole:

1 cup cream of chicken soup
1 cup cheddar cheese soup
1 (10-ounce) can Rotel tomatoes
1 (4.5-ounce) can Old El Paso chopped green chiles
16 ounces Mexican blend cheese, divided
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
6 cups tortilla chips, lightly crushed and divided

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Instructions

Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the casserole.
Cook the chicken:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken with olive oil, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 7-10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until fully cooked. Set aside once done.
Prepare the casserole mixture:
In another large bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese soup, Rotel tomatoes, chopped green chiles, black beans, fresh cilantro, and ¾ of the Mexican blend cheese. Mix well, then stir in the cooked chicken.
Assemble the casserole layers:
Prepare a casserole dish by layering 1/3 of the crushed tortilla chips at the bottom. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the chips. Add another layer of crushed chips, followed by the remaining chicken mixture. Top it with the last layer of chips and sprinkle the remaining Mexican blend cheese over the top.
Bake the casserole:
Place the casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until it becomes hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Serve and enjoy:
Remove the casserole from the oven, let it sit for a few minutes, and serve warm. Enjoy the cheesy and crispy goodness!

Notes

To make your dish even easier, you can double the recipe and prepare two casseroles at once, as half-can measurements are used.
Add extra flavor by garnishing with freshly diced tomatoes, sour cream, or guacamole before serving.
Feel free to make this dish ahead of time and store it in the fridge, then bake when ready to serve.
If serving for a larger group, this recipe can easily be scaled up.

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 portion
Calories: 610
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 1150mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 37g
Cholesterol: 120mg