Baked Southwest Chicken Casserole

Baked Southwest Chicken Casserole is a mouthwatering dish packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients that make it perfect for a quick and satisfying family meal. Loaded with tender chicken, black beans, corn, green chilies, cilantro, and a blend of Southwest seasonings, this casserole is comfort food with a Tex-Mex twist. The best part? Cleanup is a breeze with this one-dish wonder!

If you’re a fan of Tex-Mex cuisine, this recipe is bound to become a favorite. It’s bursting with vibrant flavors, easy to prepare, and requires minimal effort for post-dinner cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this Southwest-inspired casserole is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Baked Southwest Chicken Casserole

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Baked Southwest Chicken Casserole is a mouthwatering dish packed with bold flavors and hearty ingredients that make it perfect for a quick and satisfying family meal. Loaded with tender chicken, black beans, corn, green chilies, cilantro, and a blend of Southwest seasonings, this casserole is comfort food with a Tex-Mex twist.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breasts , boneless, skinless
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup corn, see note
• 1 can diced green chiles
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup colby jack cheese, shredded
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

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Notes

• You can cut the chicken in half, chunks, or use chicken tenderloins in lieu of full chicken breasts to make serving easier. You can also use different cuts of boneless, skinless chicken such as thighs or wings however if the cut of meat is changed, cooking time may be varied.
• Fresh cooked corn, thawed frozen corn, or drained canned corn can be used in this recipe.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or in the freezer for up to a month.

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