Chicken Taco Casserole with Rice
Ingredients:
- 4 cups shredded chicken (such as breasts)
- 1 can (15-18 oz) black beans
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green pepper
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups salsa of choice
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 cups cooked rice of choice
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Shred the cooked chicken and set it aside.
- Rinse and drain the black beans.
- Dice the red and green bell peppers.
- Mix the Casserole:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, diced bell peppers, frozen corn, sour cream, salsa, taco seasoning, cooked rice, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips over the top of the casserole, creating a crunchy crust.
- Bake the Casserole:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the tortilla chips are golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and extra salsa, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delicious flavors of this Chicken Taco Casserole with Rice!
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