Lunch

Chicken Taco Casserole

Recipe by Eat The Gains
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Chicken Taco Casserole

About This Recipe

This chicken taco casserole makes the best, easiest, and most delicious dinner recipe. Simply mix together all the ingredients and bake for a hearty and healthy meal ready in 45 minutes. Serve with your favorite sides for the ultimate taco night. High protein, gluten-free, and great for meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 4 packed cups shredded chicken ((1 pound))
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups diced bell peppers ((360 grams))
  • 1 cup frozen corn ((120 grams))
  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt ((8 ounces - I use full-fat for more flavor))
  • 3/4 cup salsa ((see notes))
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheese ((2 ounces))
  • 1 packed cup tortilla chips ((1 ounce))
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • oil, for greasing
  • for topping - shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream/greek yogurt, cilantro...
  • for servings - tortilla chips, tortillas, rice...

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Make your chicken mixture. Add chicken, beans, peppers, corn, salsa, greek yogurt, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper to your casserole dish or a large bowl and stir well to combine. Spread the mixture out evenly in your pan.
  3. Bake casserole. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes until veggies are softened. Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted. Crush tortilla chips and sprinkle on top.
  4. Enjoy! Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream/greek yogurt, and cilantro if desired, and enjoy!
Source: This recipe is from Eat The Gains. Used with attribution. Full original recipe with photos and notes available at the source link.
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