Black Bean Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Black Bean Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 1 small green pepper, chopped; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1/2 cup salsa; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained; 3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast; 8 corn tortillas (6 inches); 1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend, divided; Fat-free sour cream, chopped green onions and sliced ripe olives, optional

Servings: persons

1 large onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup salsa
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
8 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend, divided
Fat-free sour cream, chopped green onions and sliced ripe olives, optional

1
In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, salsa, cumin, salt, oregano and pepper. Add beans and chicken; heat through.
2
Spread a third of the mixture into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with four tortillas, a third of the chicken mixture and 1 cup cheese. Repeat with remaining tortillas and chicken mixture.
3
Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream, green onions and olives if desired.

980

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, chopped, 1 small green pepper, chopped, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Chicken Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Black Bean Chicken Casserole

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