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Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe

Get ready to dive into a Mexican fiesta on your plate! This easy Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe is all about easy-breezy family meals that satisfy your cravings. Juicy shredded chicken, flavorful black beans, corn and tomatoes all cozied up under a gooey cheese blanket. It’s a total crowd-pleaser, and we’re about to spill the beans on how to whip it up!

If you love this casserole, you will love our Mexican Lasagna, Beef Enchilada Bake, Walking Taco Casserole and our favorite Sloppy Joe Casserole too!


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This Mexican chicken casserole brings together the best of Mexican flavors and the ease of casserole cooking, making it a winning recipe for anyone looking for a tasty, convenient, and versatile meal option.

Our family loves easy chicken casserole recipes like this King Ranch chicken casserole and tater tot chicken casserole. They’re quick, easy and delicious!

Mexican chicken caserole on a white plate with a fork.

Why you’ll love this Casserole Recipe

Delicious Flavors: This casserole is a fiesta of flavors, combining tender chicken, zesty spices, creamy cheese, and vibrant vegetables to create a mouthwatering taste sensation that will make your taste buds dance. Surprise the family on Taco Tuesdays with this easy meal!

Easy to prepare: Say goodbye to complicated cooking techniques. This recipe is a breeze to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

Customizable: You can easily customize this recipe with your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole or sour cream to suit your taste.

Comfort Food with a Twist: All the comfort of a classic casserole with a Mexican twist. This comforting, hearty meal is also delicious leftover the next day.

Ingredients for Mexican Chicken Bake

Labelled ingredients for Mexican chicken casserole on a marble board.
  • Rice – you can use instant white rice or your favorite type of rice such as white or brown. This makes up the base of the casserole.
  • Vegetable oil – or you can use olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Onion – you can use yellow or sweet white onions.
  • Corn – use frozen, or canned corn. You can also use fresh corn in season, cooked and removed from the cob.
  • Chicken – Cooked and chopped chicken brings a protein-rich component to the dish. This easy chicken casserole recipe is a great way to use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • Chili powder – This spice gives a warm and slightly smoky flavor with a mild level of heat. The chili powder enhances the overall taste of the casserole.
  • Ground cumin – adds an earthy and slightly nutty flavors that are characteristic of many Mexican dishes.
  • Garlic salt – combines the flavors of garlic and salt together.
  • Black pepper
  • Tomatoes – diced tomatoes add moisture and acidity. Be sure to drain them before using.
  • Black beans – black beans add a creamy texture and earthy flavor to the casserole.
  • Sour cream – lends creaminess and tanginess to the dish, balancing the flavors and adding richness.
  • Colby Jack cheese & Mozzarella cheese – taste delicious in this casserole. You can substitute them with any of the best cheese for melting.

How to Make Mexican Chicken Rice Casserole

You can find a full, printable recipe card if you scroll down to the bottom of this page. Below, I’ve added instructions with easy-to-follow images to ensure that this recipe is a winner!

Onion and corn in skillet with corn.

STEP ONE – Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

STEP TWO – In a large skillet, heat oil, then add in the onion and corn. Sauté until they begin to soften – a few minutes.

Spices and chicken are added to the skillet.

STEP THREE – Add in the cooked chopped chicken and stir to combine.

Spices added to skillet.

STEP FOUR – Sprinkle the spices on top of the chicken mixture and stir to coat evenly.

Black beans and tomatoes are added to the skillet.

STEP FIVE – Add the drained tomatoes and black beans, then stir to combine.

Rice in small white bowl.

STEP SIX – In a small bowl, combine the cheese.

STEP SEVEN – In a separate large bowl, mix together the fully cooked rice, sour cream, half of the cheese mixture.

Sour cream, cheese and rice mixture is added to chicken mixture in skillet.

STEP EIGHT – Add the cheese mixture to the chicken mixture in the skillet and stir to combine.

Chicken mixture in casserole dish with shredded cheese sprinkled on top.

STEP NINE – Transfer the mixture to prepared baking dish and spread out evenly.

Sprinkle the remaining Colby Jack & morrzarella cheese on top.

Mexican Chicken bake fresh from the oven in baking dish.

STEP TEN – Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serving of Mexican chicken casserole on serving spoon.

How should I store my Mexican Rice Casserole?

Mexican Rice Casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat in single servings in the microwave for 30 second intervals on a miscrowave-safe plate or container.

Cheesy Mexican chicken casserole on spoon.

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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

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Mexican chicken casserole on a serving spoon.

Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe


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4.7 from 3 reviews

  • Author: Sandra Flegg
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Get ready to dive into a Mexican fiesta on your plate! This easy Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe is all about easy-breezy family meals that satisfy your cravings.

Picture juicy shredded chicken, flavorful black beans, corn and tomatoes all cozied up under a gooey cheese blanket. It’s a total crowd-pleaser, and we’re about to spill the beans on how to whip it up!


Ingredients

1 cup fully cooked white rice

3 Tablespoons vegetable oil

1 cup onion, diced

1 cup corn, frozen

2 cups cooked chicken, chopped

1 Tablespoon chili powder

1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 teaspoon garlic salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained

3/4 cup sour cream

1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese, divided

1 cup shredded mozzarella chese, divided


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.  Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.  Add the onion and corn.  Sauté until they begin to soften. 
  3. Add the cooked chopped chicken to the skillet and stir to combine. 
  4. Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic salt, and pepper over the chicken and vegetables.  Stir to coat evenly.
  5. Add the draind diced tomatoes and black beans to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the Colby Jack cheese and the mozzarella cheeses together.
  7. In a separate large bowl, mix together the fully cooked rice, sour cream, half of the cheese mixture. 
  8. Add the cheese mixture to the chicken mixture in the skillet and stir to combine.
  9. Transfer the mixture to prepared baking dish and spread out evenly. 

    Sprinkle the remaining Colby Jack & morrzarella cheese on top.

  10. Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Storage & Reheating Instructions: 

Mexican Rice Casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Reheat in single servings in the microwave for 30 second intervals on a miscrowave-safe plate or container.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 helping
  • Calories: 331
  • Sugar: 3.5 g
  • Sodium: 562.8 mg
  • Fat: 18.9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11.4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17.7 g
  • Fiber: 1.7 g
  • Protein: 24.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 71.1 mg

5 Comments

  1. Was super-easy to make & came out amazing! Was a bit hesitant with some of the amounts in spices but stuck to them as instructions said & was glad I did. Would have taken a pic but it didn’t last long enough to so. This will definitely be one of my go-to recipes for the hubby & me.






      1. Still 5-star rating! I would like to know if this recipe can be doubled, as every time I have made this with the intention of freezing smaller portions it never lasts long enough to do so. (Some recipes cannot just be doubled so easy, and with the cost of groceries these days I would rather not find out the hard way on this).

        Thank you again!






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