Description

Fiesta Chicken Casserole is a delicious one-dish meal that combines tender chicken, zesty flavors, and cheesy goodness—all in a creamy pasta base. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for family dinners or potlucks, offering comfort food with minimal effort. With a delightful blend of ingredients like rotini pasta, corn, black beans, and taco seasoning, this dish is not only satisfying but also customizable. Whether you’re enjoying it on a busy weeknight or serving it at a festive gathering, Fiesta Chicken Casserole is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

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2½ cups uncooked rotini pasta
1 cup sour cream
1 cup salsa
1 packet mild taco seasoning
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 can (15 oz) corn (drained)
1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained & rinsed)
2½ cups cooked chicken
2 cups shredded cheese

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain without rinsing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, salsa, taco seasoning, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Add drained pasta to the sauce mixture; stir to combine. Then mix in corn, black beans, cooked chicken, and 1 cup of cheese.
Pour into the baking dish, top with remaining cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg