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Ground Chicken Taco Casserole topped with cheese and fresh vegetables

Ground Chicken Taco Casserole

A comforting and flavorful dish that combines lean ground chicken with classic taco flavors, baked to perfection with cheesy goodness and crispy tortilla strips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 0.5 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 pound ground chicken Ground chicken breast recommended for lean protein
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Or use homemade seasoning blend
  • 15 oz pinto beans Canned, undrained unless very little liquid
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes and green chiles Canned
  • 1 cup frozen roasted corn 170g
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth Or water
  • 6 extra thin corn tortillas Cut into thin strips
  • 4 oz shredded Mexican cheese
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the ground chicken to the hot skillet and let it brown undisturbed for 3-4 minutes. After that, break it into pieces and cook until no pink remains, about 3-4 more minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked chicken and stir until evenly distributed, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add the undrained pinto beans, tomatoes and green chiles, frozen corn, and broth to the skillet. Stir everything together until well combined, about 1 minute.
  6. Fold in the tortilla strips, distributing them throughout the mixture. Top evenly with shredded cheese.
Baking
  1. Transfer the skillet to your preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
  2. Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Customize spices to your liking and feel free to try different cheese blends for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.