Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe

Name: Mexican Chicken Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce; 1 c. chicken broth; 1 c. chopped onion; 1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies; 2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 3 chicken breasts (6 halves), cooked, cut in large bite pieces; 3 c. cooked rice; 1 c. sour cream; 2 c. grated Cheddar cheese; 1 1/2 c. corn chips

Servings: persons

1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
1 c. chicken broth
1 c. chopped onion
1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. oregano
3 chicken breasts (6 halves), cooked, cut in large bite pieces
3 c. cooked rice
1 c. sour cream
2 c. grated Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 c. corn chips

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Stir together rice and
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sour
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cream.
4
Spoon
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into 2 1/2 quart casserole.
6
Sprinkle with
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1
8
cup
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of the grated cheese. Mix chicken with sauce and pour over rice.
10
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
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Top with corn
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chips
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and
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bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes. Serves 6 to 8.

1592

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce, 1 c. chicken broth, 1 c. chopped onion, 1 can (4 oz.) diced green chilies, and more.

Yes, Mexican 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Chicken Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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