Cheesy Chicken Fiesta Casserole

A comforting Mexican-inspired casserole with layers of seasoned chicken, hearty beans, soft tortillas, and melted cheese, topped with avocado and cilantro, a crowd-pleasing dinner.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs shredded (rotisserie chicken recommended for flavor) Cooked chicken
• 2 cans black beans (drained and rinsed) Beans
• 1 cup frozen or fresh Corn kernels
• 6 Tortillas
• 2 cups Mexican blend or cheddar Shredded Cheese
• 1 cup Salsa
• 2 tbsp Taco seasoning
• 1, diced (for topping) Avocado
• 2 tbsp chopped (for topping) Cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, beans, corn, salsa, and taco seasoning. Mix well to ensure chicken is evenly coated.
3. Cut tortillas into wedges.
4. Layer tortilla wedges, chicken mixture, and shredded cheese in a casserole dish. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a generous layer of cheese.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
6. Top with diced avocado and fresh cilantro before serving.

Cuisine: Mexican

Suitability: kid-friendly

Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 35 mins

Serving Size: 3

Meal Type: dinner