Description
Savory chicken tortilla spinach casserole brings comfort straight from Mexican kitchens to your dinner table. Creamy layers of tortillas, tender chicken, and fresh spinach blend perfectly for a satisfying meal your family will devour.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 2 cups chicken, shredded
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Starches:
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup tortillas, cut into strips
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 350°F, prepping a baking dish with a quick spray of cooking oil.
- Grab a mixing bowl and toss 2 cups shredded chicken with 1 cup chopped spinach, 1 cup drained black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 1 cup salsa, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1 teaspoon chili powder until everything is evenly combined.
- Create the first layer of your casserole by scattering half of the 1 cup tortilla strips across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
- Spread half of the chicken and vegetable mixture directly over the tortilla strips, ensuring an even distribution.
- Sprinkle ½ cup shredded cheese across the first layer to add a melty foundation.
- Repeat the layering process with remaining tortilla strips, covering the first layer completely.
- Top the second tortilla layer with the rest of the chicken mixture, making sure every strip gets some love.
- Finish by generously covering the top with the remaining ½ cup shredded cheese.
- Slide the casserole into the 350°F oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling blanket.
Notes
- Make sure to shred the chicken into small, uniform pieces for even distribution throughout the casserole.
- Drain black beans and corn thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the dish soggy.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or use a hot salsa instead of mild.
- Swap corn tortillas for flour tortillas if you prefer a softer texture, and consider using whole wheat tortillas for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg