Ground Chicken Taco Casserole
A savory and cheesy ground chicken taco casserole layered with tortilla chips and topped with melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- Tortilla chips or tortillas, for layering
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Open and drain the black beans and corn.
- Cook the ground chicken in a large skillet over medium heat until browned.
- Add the rinsed black beans, drained corn, taco seasoning, and salsa. Cook for about 5 minutes.
- Layer tortilla chips or tortillas in a baking dish, then spoon the chicken mixture over them.
- Top with shredded cheese and bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
Customize the heat level by using mild or hot salsa and taco seasoning. Great for leftovers and meal prep.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/ground-chicken-taco-casserole/