Chicken Tortilla Casserole

This chicken tortilla casserole is irresistible. It layers shredded chicken with a homemade taco sauce, taco toppings, and melty cheese between tortillas. Plus, it's so easy to make you'll want to have it every night for dinner!

The Best Chicken Tortilla Casserole

If you love the flavor of chicken enchiladas and the convenience of casseroles, wait until you try this Mexican chicken casserole recipe. It's delicious!

This chicken tortilla casserole has juicy shredded chicken with a blend of Rotel tomatoes, black beans, corn, and an assortment of Mexican spices. It's all layered with ooey gooey shredded cheese between crisp tortillas.

How good does that sound?

As delicious as this cheesy taco casserole is alone, it definitely tastes better with some sides to go with it. I love serving these Taco Bell nacho fries and Taco Bell nacho cheese with the casserole for the ultimate Taco Tuesday meal the whole family will love!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Quick and easy to make. All you have to do is make the filling, layer the casserole in a baking dish, and let the oven do the rest.

Customizable. Just like regular tacos, you can add, swap, or take out any ingredients you want. The opportunities are endless!

A winning combination. From the chicken and taco seasoned filling to the melty cheese and soft tortillas, you just can't be this recipe!

Crowd pleaser. Anyone who loves chicken tacos will go crazy for this casserole. Whether I make it for a busy weeknight dinner or if I'm hosting, it's always a hit.

Ingredients

Another thing I love about this chicken tortilla casserole recipe is how simple the ingredients are. In fact, you probably have most of them on hand already!

Check out the chicken tortilla casserole ingredients you'll need:

• 1 lb. chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon cumin powder
• 8oz. can black beans, rinsed, drained
• 8oz. frozen corn, thawed
• 8oz. Rotel tomatoes
• ½ cup chicken stock
• 8 flour tortillas, halved
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

By the way, you can use many of these same ingredients to make this taco casserole with tortillas. It's one of our most popular taco casserole recipes on the blog, so you'll definitely want to try that next.

For something a little different, you can use a few of them to make these baked chicken tacos.

How To Make Chicken Tortilla Casserole

1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease an 8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Cook the onion: Heat olive oil in a skillet and add the onion. Cook for about 5 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.

3. Add the rest of the filling ingredients: When the onion is done cooking, add the chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, black beans, corn, Rotel tomatoes, and chicken stock to the skillet. Mix well to combine, and let this mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.

4. Assemble the casserole: Spread some of the sauce mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place two tortillas on top, add the shredded chicken, another layer of sauce, and a layer of cheese. Repeat the layers until you have used all of the ingredients.

5. Bake the casserole: Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake the casserole for another 10 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.

6. Serve: Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes, then slice and serve. Enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Swap chicken broth for cream of chicken soup for a richer flavor and creamier filling.
• Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a different texture.
• Use leftover rotisserie chicken or any leftover chicken breasts to save time.
• Add chopped green chiles or jalapenos to the filling to make a spicier casserole.
• Pan fry the tortillas in oil or bake for a few minutes before assembling the casserole for crispy tortillas.
• Serve the casserole with your favorite taco toppings like sour cream, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, or avocado.

How To Store Chicken Tortilla Casserole

In the fridge: Put a lid on the casserole dish or transfer the casserole to an airtight container. You can store it in the fridge for up to 4 days.

In the freezer: To freeze chicken tortilla casserole, allow it to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 4 months.  

Reheating: Put the leftovers back in a casserole dish and warm it in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until it's fully heated. Add more time for the frozen casserole or let it thaw in the fridge overnight first.

FAQS About This Chicken Tortilla Casserole Recipe

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this casserole ahead of time, but you won't want to layer it yet. Simply prepare the filling and store it in an airtight container for a few days. Then when you're ready to serve the casserole, just assemble it and bake.

Can I use corn tortillas?

Yes, you can swap flour tortillas for corn tortillas. Keep in mind the texture will vary slightly, and you might have to use more corn tortillas depending on their size.

What can I serve with chicken tortilla casserole?

This chicken tortilla casserole goes great with any Mexican side, like some tortilla chips and Chipotle corn salsa, Chipotle guac, or Moe's queso. 

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