Description
This Fiesta Chicken Casserole recipe combines tender chicken, rice, black beans, corn, and a blend of Mexican-inspired spices, all topped with gooey melted cheese. It’s a deliciously easy and hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With simple ingredients like salsa, cream cheese, and shredded chicken, this one-pan casserole brings big flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can black beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed)
- 1 can corn (15 oz, drained)
- 1 cup salsa (mild or medium)
- 1 cup sour cream or cream cheese
- 1/2 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, corn, salsa, sour cream (or cream cheese), cream of chicken soup, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use taco seasoning instead of cumin and chili powder.
- Add jalapeños or diced bell peppers for a bit of heat and crunch.
- This casserole is great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg